1 fatal · Cessna 310I · 1996-11-14 · VAN NUYS, CA, USA
Event
NTSB number
LAX97FA036
Event ID
20001208X07054
Type
Accident
Date
1996-11-14
Location
VAN NUYS, CA, USA
Coordinates
34.189346, -118.489364
Injuries
Highest injury
FATL
Fatal
1
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Cessna
Model
310I
Registration
N8046M
FAR Part
135
Engines
2
Damage
DEST
Conditions
Light
NDRK
Weather
IMC
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain a climb following initiation of a missed approach in fog due to spatial disorientation, and his inadequate training by company personnel. Potential rescue was delayed due to the FAA radar controller's failure to follow established communication procedures for overdue aircraft.