# NTSB Accident MIA97LA036
> **Beech 18G** · 1996-12-11 · ROOSEVELT ROADS, PR · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** MIA97LA036
- **Event ID:** 20001208X07211
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1996-12-11
- **Location:** ROOSEVELT ROADS, PR
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Beech
- **Model:** 18G
- **Registration:** N353T
- **FAR Part:** 135
- **Engines:** 2
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's improper planning/decision concerning separation of the left engine cowling.  Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's failure to perform weight and balance calculations, and/or to ensure the airplane was loaded in accordance with company procedures and the airplane flight manual; loss of the left engine cowling for undetermined reasons; and the pilot's decision not to follow written procedures by intentionally shutting down the left engine and feathering the propeller.

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