Sep 2, 2000
Accident
Destroyed APPLE CREEK, OH
Injuries4 fatal, 1 serious
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsIMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
The pilot's premature liftoff and failure to attain a proper climb rate. Factors related to the accident were the over-gross weight conditions, and the low cloud ceilings.
NTSB NYC00FA247