Incident
During the takeoff roll at Gallup-Senator Clark Airport, the aircraft lost directional control. It veered off the runway and came to rest in a ditch, where it was engulfed in flames. The aircraft was subsequently written off due to the damage.
Injuries
Three passengers sustained injuries in the accident, while the remaining 13 occupants were unhurt.
Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be improper operation of brakes and/or flight controls during takeoff by the pilot in command, and inadequate supervision of flight by the pilot in command, who failed to maintain directional control and failed to abort the takeoff.