What happened
During a departure from Douglas-Ronaldsway Airport, the twin engine aircraft lost control and impacted the ground. The crash resulted in an immediate fire that consumed the airframe. Despite the severity of the impact, all seven people on board managed to evacuate the burning wreckage. Each occupant sustained only minor injuries.
The flight was scheduled to proceed to Manchester-Ringway Airport, with planned intermediate stops at Blackpool-Squires Gate Airport and Liverpool-Speke Airport. The crew consisted of a pilot, while the passenger manifest included six individuals.