Accident Details
A twin-engine airplane was conducting a night approach to Alexandria-Municipal Airport under foggy conditions. The aircraft struck trees and subsequently crashed. The pilot was killed, and the passenger was seriously injured.
Investigation Findings
The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was a collision with trees during a missed approach due to improper IFR operation. The following contributing factors were reported:
- Fog
- Low ceiling
- Visibility 3 miles or less
Additional Context
The approach was conducted at night, and the weather conditions included fog, low ceiling, and limited visibility. No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or operator have been disclosed.