Aug 24, 2001
Accident
Destroyed Ithaca, NY
Injuries2 fatal
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsIMC
OperationFAR 135
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain a proper climb rate while taking off at night, which was a result of spatial disorientation. Factors in the accident were the low visibility and cloud conditions, and the dark night.
NTSB NYC01FA214