Cessna 414 Chancellor — Other Documents

This document is an Aviation Accident Final Report detailing the circumstances surrounding the crash of a Cessna 414A aircraft, registration N789UP, which occurred on April 7, 2015. The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the accident, including the flight history, pilot information, aircraft specifications, and the probable causes of the accident. It highlights the challenges faced by the pilot during the instrument approach in night conditions, the aircraft's weight and balance issues, and the contributing factors that led to the loss of control and subsequent crash. The report serves as a critical resource for understanding the factors that can lead to aviation accidents, particularly in multi-engine aircraft operations under adverse conditions.

• Aircraft model: Cessna 414A
• Accident date: April 7, 2015
• Max gross weight: 7,087 lbs
• Empty weight: 5,226.6 lbs
• Useful load: 1,860.4 lbs
• CG limits: Forward 152.2 in, Aft 159.04 in at max takeoff weight
• Pilot's total flight time: 12,100 hours, with 1,150 hours in Cessna 414A