Crash of a Beechcraft D18S in Frostproof
Date & Time:
Sep 28, 1980 at 1800 LT
Registration:
N704D
Survivors:
Yes
MSN:
A-596
YOM:
1951
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
1
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Circumstances:
The crew was engaged in an illegal flight and was supposed to load marijuana boxes when they decided to hurry the takeoff to avoid apprehension. The twin engine airplane struck a fence and crashed. The passenger was slightly injured while the pilot was seriously wounded.
Probable cause:
Ground loop and subsequent collision with fence due to inadequate preflight preparation. The following contributing factors were reported:
- Improper operation of brakes and/or flight controls.
- Improper operation of brakes and/or flight controls.
Final Report:
