What happened
During the initial climb phase following departure from Wakeman Airport, the aircraft experienced a sudden nose-down movement. This maneuver led to a collision with nearby trees, resulting in a crash that ignited a fire. The impact caused the total destruction of the airframe. There were two fatalities involving both pilots on board.
Findings
Investigation into the accident highlighted several critical observations regarding the flight conditions and the aircraft's state prior to impact. Investigators noted the presence of high obstructions in the area and observed that the plane was in a shallow descent leading up to the crash. Despite the descent, the engines were producing high power. Additionally, while the crew had utilized their oxygen masks, it was determined that there was no oxygen available within the system at the time of the incident. The primary factor identified was a loss of control during the early stages of the climb.