Overview
On an approach to Shemya Airport, an aircraft crashed short of the runway threshold during nighttime and adverse weather conditions. The flight was conducting an instrument approach when the accident occurred.
Accident Details
The approach was initiated at night amidst poor weather, including turbulence, fog, and snow. On final approach, the crew failed to recognize that the aircraft was too low. The airplane subsequently struck the ground and crashed a few hundred yards short of the runway threshold.
Casualties
Six occupants were killed in the accident. The deceased were identified as Maj William R. Bennett, Cpt Larry A. Mayfield, 1st Lt Loren O. Ginter, M/Sgt Stephen L. Kish, S/Sgt Steven C. Balcer, and S/Sgt Harry L. Parsons III. Eighteen other occupants were rescued.