Crash of a Beechcraft C-45H Expeditor in West Palm Beach: 2 killed
Date & Time:
Sep 15, 1976 at 0410 LT
Registration:
N3505G
Survivors:
No
MSN:
AF-370
YOM:
1953
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
1
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
2
Circumstances:
While taking off from an unlighted grass strip by night, the twin engine airplane struck trees and crashed in flames. Both occupants were killed.
Probable cause:
Collision with trees during initial climb after the pilot failed to maintain directional control.
Final Report:
