Incident Overview
During the approach phase of a flight from Orlando to West Palm Beach, both engines failed simultaneously. The captain reduced altitude and attempted an emergency landing on a highway. While maneuvering, the captain saw a truck on the highway. To avoid a collision, a sharp evasive maneuver was executed, causing the airplane to crash.
Evacuation and Aircraft Condition
All 33 occupants evacuated safely. The aircraft sustained damage beyond repair.
Investigation Findings
The official investigation identified the probable cause as double engine failure on approach due to fuel exhaustion. Reported factors included inadequate preflight preparation, mismanagement of fuel, inattentiveness to fuel supply, fuel exhaustion, failure of both engines, diverted attention from aircraft operation, failure to see and avoid objects or obstructions, an evasive maneuver to avoid collision, a forced landing off airport on land, and the aircraft having been flown about seven hours since the last recorded refueling.