# NTSB Accident CHI95LA133
> **PIPER J-3** · 1995-04-23 · ELK CREEK, WI, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CHI95LA133
- **Event ID:** 20001207X03266
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1995-04-23
- **Location:** ELK CREEK, WI, USA
- **Coordinates:** 44.359104, -91.410598
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** PIPER
- **Model:** J-3
- **Registration:** N26991
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

the pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the trees.  Factors in the accident include the trees, the tailwind condition, and the pilot's lack of proper certification.

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