Incident Overview
A supply mission conducted by the Air National Guard ended in tragedy when the aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Cape Romanzof Weather Station. The flight had departed from Elmendorf Air Force Base, carrying various equipment intended for scientists stationed at the remote weather station.
Circumstances of the Accident
As the crew approached the airfield, they encountered whiteout conditions, severely reducing visibility. The pilot-in-command was unable to locate the runway and therefore decided to execute a go-around. During this maneuver, the airplane struck a ridge located a few miles northwest of the airfield and crashed.
Aftermath
The aircraft was destroyed in the impact. All five crew members on board were killed. No other injuries were reported. The flight was operated by the Air National Guard.
Investigation
The investigation into the accident will focus on the whiteout conditions and the circumstances leading to the collision with the terrain. No probable cause has been stated in the initial report.