What happened
During the initial climb phase, at an altitude estimated between 1,000 and 2,000 feet, the aircraft experienced significant instability. The flight path became erratic, leading to a loss of altitude and a subsequent impact in a field located approximately two miles from the airfield. The collision resulted in a massive explosion and the total destruction of the airframe. There were 39 fatalities among the occupants, with no survivors recorded.
Findings
Investigations into the accident revealed that the aircraft suffered a catastrophic structural failure during flight. Eyewitness accounts indicated that components were seen falling from the plane prior to the crash. The sequence of events began when a portion of the right aileron failed and detached from the wing, which induced intense vibrations throughout the airframe. As the crew attempted to stabilize the aircraft's attitude, the plane began oscillating between left and right banks. Ultimately, the aerodynamic loads exceeded the structural certification limits, causing both wings to separate from the fuselage. This loss of structural integrity rendered the aircraft uncontrollable.