What happened
During a period of normal cruise flight, an aircraft experienced a simultaneous loss of power in both engines. Following the dual engine failure, the pilot attempted to perform an emergency landing by reducing the altitude of the plane. However, the aircraft crashed into a golf course situated near Macon. The impact resulted in a large fire that completely destroyed the airframe. There were four fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft.
Findings
Investigations into the accident identified several contributing factors related to the engine failure and subsequent crash. The loss of power was attributed to oil starvation affecting the engines. Technical inspections revealed that the oil shut-off valve for the right engine was found in a partially closed position, while the valve for the left engine had been closed entirely. Additionally, the investigation noted improper operation of the powerplant controls and the execution of incorrect emergency procedures by the crew during the event.