What happened
During a nighttime approach to Alexandria-Municipal Airport, a twin engine airplane encountered heavy fog and low visibility. While attempting the approach, the aircraft struck several trees before crashing. The accident resulted in one fatality, involving the pilot, while the passenger sustained serious injuries.
Findings
Official investigations concluded that the crash was caused by a collision with trees during a missed approach. This maneuver was executed under improper IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) operations. Several environmental factors contributed to the accident, including:
- Dense fog
- Low cloud ceiling
- Visibility restricted to 3 miles or less