April 12, 2012, Green River, Wyo., Cessna 320D Skyknight

At about 1730 Mountain time, the airplane collided with mountainous terrain following an in-flight breakup and uncontrolled descent. The solo private pilot was fatally injured. Visual conditions prevailed.The wreckage was discovered after the aircraft was reported overdue. The debris field was approximately 0.4 miles in length. Weather in the area during the timeframe of the accident included low clouds and snow showers.

Key Takeaways:

• A solo private pilot was fatally injured when their aircraft experienced an in-flight breakup and uncontrolled descent, colliding with mountainous terrain.
• The wreckage, including a 0.4-mile debris field, was discovered after the airplane was reported overdue.
• Although visual conditions were stated, the area experienced low clouds and snow showers during the timeframe of the accident.

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