N9497Z

Safety history

• January 16, 1977Accident

  While descending to Sonoma-Skypark by night and low clouds, the twin engine airplane stalled and crashed. Both occupants were killed. A witness at airport heard the aircraft flying low over hanger, turning south, engines surge then silence. At the time of the accident, the visibility was 2 miles or less.

  Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor · 2 fatalities

  Stall during traffic pattern-circling after the pilot failed to maintain flying speed. The following contributing factors were reported: - Attempted operation beyond experience/ability level, - Exercised poor judgment, - Low ceiling. Full accident record