# NTSB Accident CHI96FA141
> **Piper PA-25-150** · 1996-04-24 · BUFFALO, MO, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CHI96FA141
- **Event ID:** 20001208X05522
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1996-04-24
- **Location:** BUFFALO, MO, USA
- **Coordinates:** 37.640983, -93.090774
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 1
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-25-150
- **Registration:** N6254Z
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

failure of company/operator personnel to install the wing and landing gear (strut) fairings after modifying the airplane for a supplemental type certificate (STC), and improper planning/decision by the pilot.  Factors relating to the accident were: the airplane's reduced performance, and high obstructions.

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