# NTSB Accident CHI95LA232
> **PZL-Mielec M-18A** · 1995-07-22 · CARRINGTON, ND, USA · SERS
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CHI95LA232
- **Event ID:** 20001207X03905
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1995-07-22
- **Location:** CARRINGTON, ND, USA
- **Coordinates:** 47.449996, -99.120826
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** SERS
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** PZL-Mielec
- **Model:** M-18A
- **Registration:** N80225
- **FAR Part:** 137
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation.  Factors relating to the accident were: the airplane's excessive gross weight, and the unfavorable wind conditions.

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