# NTSB Accident LAX00GA158
> **Grumman US-2C** · 2000-04-17 · RENO, NV, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** LAX00GA158
- **Event ID:** 20001212X20843
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2000-04-17
- **Location:** RENO, NV, USA
- **Coordinates:** 39.667221, -119.876113
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 3
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 3
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Grumman
- **Model:** US-2C
- **Registration:** N7046U
- **FAR Part:** PUBU
- **Engines:** 2
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

the flying pilot's failure to maintain directional control following a loss of engine power.  Also causal was the failure of the flight crew to follow the published checklist and use the rudder assist system, and the decision not to abort the takeoff.

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