What happened
During the flight, the crew encountered an unforeseen emergency that caused the aircraft to enter a steep descent toward the earth. As the plane reached an altitude of approximately 200 feet, one member of the crew managed to exit the aircraft. This individual successfully deployed a parachute at 150 feet and survived the incident.
The remaining aircraft struck the ground in a heavily wooded region situated roughly 1.5 miles south of Newton Falls. The impact triggered a massive explosion, and the wreckage remained engulfed in flames for approximately two hours. While one crew member was rescued, the other two crew members sustained fatal injuries during the crash.
Findings
- The aircraft experienced an unplanned dive toward the ground.
- An unexpected situation occurred while en route, leading to the loss of control.