# NTSB Accident MIA97FA213
> **Gates Learjet 35A** · 1997-07-15 · AVON PARK, FL, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** MIA97FA213
- **Event ID:** 20001208X08453
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1997-07-15
- **Location:** AVON PARK, FL, USA
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 2
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Gates Learjet
- **Model:** 35A
- **Registration:** N19LH
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 2
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DUSK
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

a loss of engine power as a result of the thrust reversers being deployed and subsequent in-flight collision was wires.  Factors in this accident were the pilot's disregard for procedures, and the improper use of the thrust reversers.

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