What happened
During a cargo operation, a twin engine aircraft was performing a cruise flight when it collided with terrain near Taylorsville, North Carolina. The impact occurred in an area characterized by difficult weather conditions, including heavy fog and a low cloud ceiling that significantly restricted visibility. Following the collision with a hill, the aircraft was completely destroyed.
There was one fatality recorded in the accident, involving the pilot of the aircraft. No other crew members or passengers were reported on board during this flight.
Findings
Investigations into the crash determined that the primary factor involved the operation of the aircraft under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) while encountering adverse meteorological conditions. The presence of low visibility and fog contributed to the circumstances leading to the controlled flight into terrain.