3.1.1 The PIC was licensed and qualified for the flight in accordance with
existing regulations.
3.1.2 The aircraft had a valid Certificate of Airworthiness and had been
maintained in compliance with the regulations.
3.1.3 The incident happened in day time with reported clear visibility and fine
meteorological conditions.
3.1.4 There was no evidence of incapacitation or physiological factors that
affected the flight crew performance.
3.1.5 The accident was not survivable due to the magnitude of the
deceleration force and the post-crash fire.
3.1.6 (Additional findings to be included in the Final Report.)
3.2 Causes/Contributing Factors
To be included in the Final Report.
* Note: Initial analysis of the recovered CVR recording has provided critical leads to
uncovering the cause of the accident, with a focus on the aircraft flight control systems.
Results from the pending inspection and examination of the related aircraft parts and
components at the NTSB and OEM laboratories are necessary to provide collaborative
and/or conclusive evidence in establishing the cause of the accident.