Crash of a Beechcraft D18S in Grand Island: 2 killed
Date & Time:
Jan 29, 1968 at 0006 LT
Registration:
N277W
Survivors:
No
MSN:
A-0825
YOM:
1952
Crew on board:
2
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
0
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
2
Captain / Total hours on type:
500.00
Circumstances:
While on a night approach to runway 35, the crew encountered low visibility due to low ceiling and fog. On final, the pilot-in-command lost control of the airplane that crashed few miles short of runway. Both occupants were killed and the aircraft was destroyed.
Probable cause:
Loss of control caused by a spatial disorientation. Inadequate maintenance and inspection was a contributing factor.
Final Report:
