What happened
During a flight departing from Saratoga-Shively Field, a twin engine airplane entered a right descending turn while performing its initial climb. During this maneuver, the aircraft struck the ground and subsequently caught fire. The accident resulted in two fatalities, as both occupants of the aircraft were killed.
Findings
Investigations into the crash determined that the aircraft experienced an uncontrolled collision with the terrain. At the time of the incident, the density altitude was recorded at 6,900 feet. Investigators found no evidence of any mechanical failure or malfunction occurring prior to the impact.