Twin-Engine Aircraft Crashes into Lake Michigan After Dual Engine Failure (N432EJ)

Incident Overview During an approach to Muskegon County Airport, an aircraft experienced a simultaneous failure of both engines. The loss of power caused the aircraft to stall, leading to a crash into Lake Michigan. All four occupants on board were quickly rescued, while the aircraft was declared lost. ## Probable Cause The official investigation determined that the probable cause was the failure of both engines while on approach. This failure occurred after the compressors stalled due to ice ingestion, which led to the loss of engine power and the subsequent crash into the lake. The incident highlights the critical risks associated with ice ingestion in aircraft engines, particularly during approach phases when engine performance is crucial for safe landing.