Accident Overview
The accident occurred shortly after takeoff from El Reno Regional Airport. The pilot was climbing the airplane through foggy conditions when control was lost. The airplane dove into the ground and crashed several miles from the airport. All three occupants were killed.
Sequence of Events
After departing from El Reno Regional Airport, the airplane began its climb. Foggy conditions prevailed, with a reported low ceiling and visibility of one mile or less. During the climb, the pilot lost control, causing the airplane to dive into the ground. The impact occurred a few miles from the airport.
Occupants
The airplane had three occupants at the time of the accident. All three were killed in the crash.
Probable Cause
The official investigation determined that the probable cause was a loss of control during the climb to cruise after the pilot suffered spatial disorientation. Contributing factors were low ceiling, fog, and visibility of one mile or less.