So sad to hear, it would not have been pleasant.
This type has a controversial stability history that goes right back to it's original 1974? certification, God help the poor pilot if the SAS fails, especially in those conditions.
If I recall correctly, and I am sure I will be corrected if I am wrong, the UK CAA refused to certify the type, there were also allegations of fraudulent or "missing" certification data and some "unhealthy" links between senior Piper management and the FAA.
If you are interested. it is rivetting reading