What happened
During a recent charter operation, a single-engine airplane was performing maneuvers at a low altitude when it was struck by projectiles from ground-based fire. Following the impact from the ground fire, the pilot attempted to execute an emergency landing to stabilize the aircraft.
During this descent, the plane collided with trees and crashed within a heavily wooded region. The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. Reports indicate that all seven occupants on board were captured following the crash event.
Findings
Official investigations concluded that the primary factor leading to the loss of the aircraft was that it was shot down by ground fire while operating at a low height.