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Nighttime Low-Altitude Collision with Terrain (N2998C)

Fellsmere, United States of AmericaFlight

On April 5, 1978, a Rockwell Grand Commander 680 (registration N2998C) operated by Mid South Flying Services was involved in an aviation accident near Fellsmere, United States of America in flight. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Nosed down and crashed after the pilot selected an unsuitable terrain. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-12Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft crashed into a canal after the pilot selected unsuitable terrain during a low-altitude night flight. The sole occupant was killed.

Incident Overview and Findings During a nighttime operation at a very low altitude, a twin-engine aircraft struck an obstacle and crashed. The pilot, who was the sole person on board, was killed in the accident. The wreckage was located in a canal adjacent to a road. Official findings indicated that the aircraft nosed down and crashed after the pilot selected unsuitable terrain. Additionally, the aircraft was under surveillance due to suspicion of narcotics contraband. No specific aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or location was provided in the source material, and no further details regarding the cause of the unsuitable terrain selection were stated.

Probable cause

Nosed down and crashed after the pilot selected an unsuitable terrain.

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