Accident Overview
A cargo flight from Ypsilanti (Detroit-Willow Run) to Bluffton ended in a crash when the pilot lost control during approach. The accident occurred at night under poor weather conditions. The aircraft impacted a field and was destroyed. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, was killed.
Circumstances
The pilot was conducting a cargo flight between the two locations. On approach to Bluffton, the pilot encountered night conditions and poor weather. Control of the airplane was lost, leading to the crash in a field.
Official Findings
The probable cause of the accident was determined to be an uncontrolled collision with ground on final approach after the pilot continued VFR flight into adverse weather conditions. Contributing factors reported by investigators include the pilot experiencing spatial disorientation, low ceiling, fog, and visibility down to zero, which was below minimums.