# NTSB Accident NYC97LA053
> **Piper PA-38-112** · 1997-02-19 · NANJEMOY, MD, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** NYC97LA053
- **Event ID:** 20001208X07451
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1997-02-19
- **Location:** NANJEMOY, MD, USA
- **Coordinates:** 38.450805, -77.210784
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-38-112
- **Registration:** N2558
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

the pilot's inadequate compensate for the wind conditions and failure to maintain adequate obstacle clearance during the initial climb after takeoff.  The unfavorable wind condition and proximity of trees were related factors.

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