What happened
During a nighttime local training mission, the crew was executing a single-engine approach procedure. While performing this maneuver, the nose gear warning light illuminated within the cockpit. In response to this indication, the pilot initiated a go-around procedure using only one engine.
This attempt at a single-engine climb resulted in asymmetrical thrust, which caused the aircraft type to enter an uncontrolled rotation. The aircraft subsequently cartwheeled during the maneuver. The impact was severe enough to eject the instructor pilot from the cockpit area. The accident resulted in one fatality among the passengers on board.
Findings
- The occurrence of asymmetrical thrust during a single-engine go-around led to the loss of directional control.
- The activation of the nose gear warning light preceded the decision to abort the approach.