Beech A36 Bonanza: March 13, 2006, Santa Monica, Calif.(NTSB Reports: Recent general aviation and air carrier accidents)(Brief article)

From: Aviation Safety | Date: May 1, 2006 | Copyright information

At 0943 Pacific time, the airplane was ditched in the ocean following a loss of engine power during departure. The Instrument-rated Private pilot and one passenger sustained fatal injuries; a third occupant was not located. The airplane sustained substantial damage. Visual conditions prevailed. The airplane impacted the water about 250 yards off the Santa Monica beach. It submerged in 20 feet of water. The pilot and one occupant were recovered from the airplane.

The airplane was also recovered and its engine examined. ...

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