What happened
During the final approach phase at Fort Campbell Air Force Base, an aircraft experienced a sudden loss of altitude. The plane descended below its intended flight path and struck the ground before reaching the runway. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the airframe.
There were five fatalities among the crew members on board. No survivors were reported from the incident.
Findings
Investigations into the accident determined that the aircraft suffered a broken throttle linkage. This mechanical failure led to a loss of control during the critical approach phase, preventing the crew from maintaining the necessary power settings for a safe landing.