# NTSB Accident SEA98LA018
> **Aero Commander 112** · 1997-12-01 · KETTLE FALLS, WA, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** SEA98LA018
- **Event ID:** 20001208X09380
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1997-12-01
- **Location:** KETTLE FALLS, WA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 48.719665, -117.959678
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 3
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 3
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Aero Commander
- **Model:** 112
- **Registration:** N1054J
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance while maneuvering.  Factors include the physiological impairment of the pilot's judgement due to alcohol.

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