MINR · McDonnell Douglas 600N · 1999-03-10 · RIALTO, CA, USA
Event
NTSB number
LAX99TA115
Event ID
20001205X00356
Type
Accident
Date
1999-03-10
Location
RIALTO, CA, USA
Coordinates
34.100776, -117.380821
Injuries
Highest injury
MINR
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
3
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
3
Aircraft
Make
McDonnell Douglas
Model
600N
Registration
N626SB
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
IMC
Probable cause
The pilot's improper in-flight decision to maneuver in the area while observed inclement weather approached, which led to a loss of control. Contributing factors were the low ceilings, mountainous terrain and spatial disorientation.