Accident
Just after liftoff, while in initial climb, the airplane stalled and crashed near the runway end. The aircraft was destroyed, and all three crew members were killed.
Investigation
Investigators analyzed the circumstances of the accident. It was determined that the crew failed to prepare the flight properly and failed to adhere to the operator procedures. Specifically, the crew did not follow the pre-departure checklist. As a result, the crew failed to remove the elevator lock prior to takeoff.
Probable Cause
The official probable cause stated that the crew failed to prepare the flight properly and failed to adhere to the operator procedures. Because the crew did not follow the pre-departure checklist, they failed to remove the elevator lock prior to takeoff.