Accident Description
While cruising at altitude, a twin-engine airplane entered an uncontrolled descent and subsequently crashed near Farson. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, died in the accident.
Investigation Findings
The official investigation determined that the airframe failed in flight, leading to the uncontrolled descent. The failure was caused by the pilot exceeding the design stress limits of the aircraft. Contributing factors included an overload failure, separation in flight, and separation of the wings and empennage.
Probable Cause
Airframe failure in flight and uncontrolled descent caused by the pilot exceeded designed stress limits of aircraft. Contributing factors: overload failure, separation in flight, wings, empennage separated.