Accident Overview
The crew was conducting a crop spraying operation targeting grasshoppers in the vicinity of Sheridan. During the flight at a relatively low altitude, the aircraft executed a 45-degree turn. It subsequently stalled, entered a spiral, and crashed, resulting in a fire. Both individuals on board were killed.
Circumstances
The accident occurred while the aircraft was engaged in a grasshopper control mission in the Sheridan area. The flight was performed at a low altitude, and the turn was initiated as part of the spraying operation. After stalling, the aircraft lost control and spiraled downward before impact.
Investigation Findings
The official investigation determined the probable cause to be a stall that occurred during the turnaround while the crew was flying into a blind canyon. Contributing factors identified by investigators included inadequate preflight preparation, improper in-flight decisions, failure to maintain flying speed, and the presence of hilly terrain. No additional details about the aircraft or crew were provided in the report.