Accident
On final approach to Jefferson-Ashtabula County Airport, the pilot executed a steep left turn to join the approach path. During the maneuver, the twin-engine airplane stalled and subsequently crashed in flames. Both occupants were killed.
Aircraft and Crew
The aircraft was a twin-engine airplane. No further details about the aircraft type, registration, or the occupants were provided in the investigation report.
Weather Conditions
Weather conditions at the time included low ceiling, fog, and icing conditions. Specific precipitation included sleet and freezing rain. The airplane had accumulated airframe ice, and the windshield was iced over.
Investigation and Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be the pilot's failure to maintain flying speed. Contributing factors reported were: low ceiling, fog, icing conditions including sleet and freezing rain, airframe ice, an ice-covered windshield, and the stall occurring during a steep left turn on final approach during a VOR circling approach.