# NTSB Accident FTW98FA063
> **Pitts S-2B** · 1997-12-07 · BOZEMAN, MT, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** FTW98FA063
- **Event ID:** 20001208X09299
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1997-12-07
- **Location:** BOZEMAN, MT, USA
- **Coordinates:** 45.769798, -110.930053
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 3
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 3
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Pitts
- **Model:** S-2B
- **Registration:** N693SB
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The failure of both pilots to maintain visual lookout.  Factors were the pilot of N693SB not following procedures and directives, and using poor judgment in regards to where he performed aerobatics.

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