What happened
During an evening flight originating from Jacksonville-Cecil Field NAS, an aircraft engaged in a local searchlight mission crashed into Lake George. The incident occurred approximately 66 miles south of the departure airbase. At the time of the accident, the flight was operating under conditions of heavy fog. Following the loss of control, the plane impacted the water, and the wreckage was located by responders the following morning.
Findings
- All eight crew members on board were killed in the accident.
- The crash occurred while the aircraft was flying in foggy conditions.