What happened
During a night flight conducted under instrument meteorological conditions, the pilot was performing an ILS approach on a magnetic inbound course of 322 degrees. The aircraft crossed the glideslope outer marker at an altitude of 3,333 feet MSL. The airport elevation for the destination was 2,143 feet MSL, with a established decision altitude of 2,370 feet MSL.
As the flight progressed, the aircraft impacted trees located approximately 300 feet southeast of the outer marker at an elevation of roughly 2,200 feet MSL. This impact initiated a wreckage trail measuring approximately 370 feet in length. The debris path followed a magnetic track of 320 degrees.
Findings
Post-accident inspections of the aircraft revealed no mechanical anomalies were present. The investigation focused on the approach parameters and environmental conditions present at the time of the tree strike.