Accident Overview
An accident involving a twin-engine airplane occurred after takeoff from Gulfport-Biloxi Airport. During the initial climb, the aircraft experienced an engine malfunction, causing it to bank right, descend, and crash near the airfield. The aircraft was destroyed, and all five occupants sustained injuries. The pilot and one passenger were seriously injured.
Sequence of Events
According to the official investigation, the flight departed from Gulfport-Biloxi Airport. While climbing after takeoff, the airplane's right engine lost power. The pilot did not feather the right propeller, and the aircraft subsequently entered a right bank, descended, and impacted terrain. The crash site was located near the airport.
Probable Cause
The probable cause of the accident was determined to be an engine malfunction during initial climb, leading to a controlled collision with the ground for undetermined reasons.
Contributing Factors
Several contributing factors were identified. The powerplant failure occurred for undetermined reasons. Additionally, the pilot failed to follow approved procedures and executed improper emergency procedures. The forced landing occurred off airport, with the right engine losing power and the right propeller not being feathered.