# NTSB Accident SEA98FA062
> **Mooney M20F** · 1998-04-06 · LODGEPOLE, MT, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** SEA98FA062
- **Event ID:** 20001211X09953
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1998-04-06
- **Location:** LODGEPOLE, MT, USA
- **Coordinates:** 47.780036, -108.529861
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Mooney
- **Model:** M20F
- **Registration:** N9131V
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** IMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the terrain after flying into an area of known adverse weather. Factors include low ceilings, fog, snow showers, drizzle, and trees along his intended route.

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