# NTSB Accident LAX97FA036
> **Cessna 310I** · 1996-11-14 · VAN NUYS, CA, USA · FATL
## 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.

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