What happened
During the initial climb phase after departing from Maroa Airfield, the aircraft's engine ceased operation. This loss of power led to an aerodynamic stall, causing the plane to descend into an open field situated beyond the runway threshold. The impact resulted in the aircraft being destroyed beyond repair.
Despite the severity of the crash, all seven occupants managed to exit the wreckage. There were no fatalities reported, though the passengers and crew sustained minor injuries during the event.
Findings
Investigations into the accident identified that the engine failure was triggered by water contamination within the fuel supply. The primary factor contributing to this failure was the pilot's failure to drain the fuel tanks before beginning the flight.