What happened
During a departure maneuver performed under heavy fog, the aircraft struck treetops while in its initial climb phase. The impact caused the vessel to crash into a forested region, where it subsequently erupted into flames.
There were nine fatalities recorded as a result of the accident, with no survivors among the occupants. The incident occurred during the transition from takeoff to the climbing stage of flight.
Findings
- The accident took place while the aircraft was operating in low-visibility, foggy conditions.
- The sequence of events began immediately following rotation and continued through the early climb.