Incident Overview
During a night cruise, the pilot of an aircraft encountered adverse weather conditions, including fog and very limited visibility. In an apparent attempt to maintain visual contact with the ground, the pilot reduced altitude. The aircraft subsequently struck trees and crashed in a wooded area, erupting in flames.
Occupants
Both occupants of the aircraft were killed in the accident.
Weather Conditions
The weather at the time of the accident was characterized by poor conditions, including fog, thunderstorm activity, and turbulence. The pilot had received a weather briefing prior to departure, which was later determined to be incorrect.
Probable Cause
The official investigation found that the probable cause of the accident was the pilot's decision to continue flight under visual flight rules (VFR) in adverse weather conditions.