Accident Summary
A twin engine airplane initiated takeoff in adverse weather conditions characterized by fog. Shortly after departure, the airplane descended and crashed approximately half a mile east of the airfield. The impact destroyed the aircraft and resulted in the deaths of all three occupants.
Investigation Findings
Investigators reported that visibility at the time of the accident was one-quarter mile or less, and fog was present. The exact cause of the accident could not be determined, but the following findings were documented: fog and visibility of one-quarter mile or less.
Probable Cause
The official probable cause of the accident was controlled flight into terrain during climb after the pilot initiated flight in adverse weather conditions. The investigation was unable to determine the precise sequence of events leading to the collision with terrain.