What happened
During a night flight intended to reposition the aircraft to a different airport, the plane struck the summit of a 4,600-foot bluff. The flight was being conducted over mountainous terrain at the time of the impact. An investigation of the crash site identified a wreckage trail extending 567 feet, which ran parallel to the flight path between the departure and arrival locations.
Evidence recovered from the scene, specifically regarding the propeller and engine, suggested that the engine was producing power when the collision occurred. No information regarding the specific aircraft model or registration was provided in the source material, though the flight was underway during the night phase of operation.
Findings
Investigators noted that the pilot had a medical history involving episodes of transient global amnesia. This medical condition was identified as a factor in the investigation of the accident.