Incident
During a descent to Shanghai-Hongqiao Airport following an uneventful flight from Dalian, the aircraft encountered limited visibility due to marginal weather conditions. While completing a last turn to join the approach path, the twin-engine aircraft crashed on the top of a hill approximately 3 km short of the runway. The accident resulted in the death of one pilot and one passenger, and injuries to 10 other occupants.
Investigation
Investigators examined the circumstances of the crash, focusing on the crew's actions and environmental factors. The aircraft was found to have deviated from the intended approach path, and visibility conditions were noted as limited.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the crew initiated the last turn prematurely. This caused the aircraft to descend below the minimum descent altitude (MDA) in limited visibility. At the time of the accident, the aircraft had deviated 3 km to the right of the approach path. The lack of visibility was identified as a contributing factor.