Incident Overview
A twin-engine airplane crashed in a field in Belton, south of Kansas City, Missouri, after entering a steep descending turn. The aircraft was destroyed in the impact. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, was killed.
Flight Details
The pilot departed Wichita on a test flight. En route, the aircraft entered a steep descending turn before crashing.
Probable Cause and Contributing Factors
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be an uncontrolled descent and subsequent crash due to pilot incapacitation. Contributing factors reported include the pilot's moderate obesity, high blood pressure, and observations by witnesses that the pilot appeared tired and had slurred speech.