What happened
During the initial climb phase following takeoff, the aircraft suffered a loss of power in two of its three engines. In an attempt to manage the emergency, the pilot initiated a return to the departure airfield. During this maneuver, the aircraft struck power cables and crashed into a nearby field.
The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe. There were three serious injuries recorded among the occupants, with no fatalities reported.
Findings
Investigations into the accident identified that the primary cause was a dual engine failure triggered by improper fuel management. Specifically, the investigation determined that the fuel selector was positioned between tanks, leading to fuel starvation.
Additional environmental factors contributed to the difficulty of the flight, including unfavorable wind conditions characterized by gusts reaching 40 knots. The sequence of events concluded with the aircraft colliding with utility poles and wires.