Light aircraft missing in Scotland

With the names being released of the two crew its now clear that the pilot in command was an experienced commercial rated flyer. Strong winds were reported and rotor may be a reason for loss of control at low level. I have been in mild rotor at 2,500 feet near loch Ness and it is very unpleasant ,we escaped by reversing course and returning to base.

Don’t mess with the weather in small planes. Know your limitations and the plane’s limitations.

So close to the destination. But then again, I guess that is when we are closest to the unyielding ground.

Sad news.

Moggy

It is sad indeed. I also have heard that a collision with the globe unintentionally can be a bit risky if the aeroplane is moving at great velocity ( V ).

http://www.ross-shirejournal.co.uk/News/Ross-shire-man-named-as-victim-of-aircraft-tragedy-04052015.htm
Beechcraft Baron GRICK

The weather in this area of NE Scotland was awful at the time of the flight, I wonder if it was an IFR flight and the descent was just too early because they crashed on the last high ground before the flatter area around the river and airport.? A great pity.

So close to the destination. But then again, I guess that is when we are closest to the unyielding ground.

Sad news.

Moggy

http://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/wiki.php?id=175891

Very sad 🙁 R.I.P.