What happened
During a nighttime cargo operation originating in Arkansas City and destined for White Plains, New York, an aircraft experienced a catastrophic loss of control. While operating in the cruise phase of flight, the plane descended uncontrollably into an open field situated in the vicinity of Winfield. The impact resulted in a massive fire that completely consumed the airframe. There were two fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft.
Findings
Investigation into the accident revealed that the aircraft suffered an uncontrolled descent triggered by an intense fire during flight. Although the specific origin of the blaze remains unidentified, the fire was severe enough to cause the separation of the left wing. During the wreckage inspection, investigators noted that the left propeller was in a feathered position.