Accident
During a return flight to Carswell after a refueling mission, the crew conducted an approach in low visibility due to night and foggy conditions. On final approach, the aircraft descended too low and impacted the ground approximately one mile short of the runway. The aircraft bounced, then struck power cables and the roof of a building before crashing short of the runway threshold.
Aircraft and Crew
The aircraft was destroyed in the accident. All seven crew members on board sustained injuries.
Investigation
The official investigation determined the probable cause: for an unknown reason, the crew continued the approach at an insufficient altitude.