Aug 21, 1997
Accident
Destroyed DILLINGHAM, AK
Injuries1 fatal, 3 serious
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsIMC
OperationFAR 135
Probable Cause
The pilot's intentional VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC). Factors associated with the accident are the pilot's failure to activate the cabin heating system, the lack of an operable windshield defogger, the pilot's overconfidence in his ability, pressure induced by the passengers to initiate the flight, and pressure induced by the FAA upon their employees.
NTSB ANC97GA126