Accident Overview
The aircraft was on an illegal flight to the United States transporting more than 4,000 pounds of marijuana. While flying over Florida, the right engine failed, prompting the crew to divert to Pompano Beach Airport for an emergency landing. On final approach, the airplane went out of control and crashed in flames. The aircraft was destroyed, and all three occupants were killed.
Flight Details
The flight was conducted illegally with a load of marijuana. The right engine experienced a failure during the flight over Florida. The crew decided to divert to Pompano Beach Airport. During the final approach, control was lost, leading to a fiery crash. The aircraft sustained total destruction.
Probable Cause
The official probable cause was an engine malfunction on final approach caused by the failure of a cylinder assembly. The following factors were reported: Material failure, failed to follow the approved procedures, improper emergency procedures, failed to maintain flying speed, exercised poor judgment, improperly loaded aircraft and center of gravity, improper in-flight decisions, low ceiling, obstructions to vision, complete engine failure, failure of No. 9 exhaust valve on right engine, propeller not feathered, stalled on turn to airport, over gross weight, and illegal flight with about 4,000 pounds of marijuana on board.