What happened
While performing a flight from Elmendorf AFB toward Nome, the crew of the aircraft experienced mechanical issues involving the engine. In response to these complications, the decision was made to divert the flight to Skwentla Airport to perform an emergency landing.
As the aircraft was on short final approach to the runway, it became uncontrollable. The plane impacted the ground approximately one mile before reaching the runway threshold. There were 12 fatalities among the occupants of the aircraft type during the impact.
Findings
- The primary factor leading to the accident was engine problems encountered during the enroute phase of flight.