MINR · Avions Mudry et Cie CAP 231 · 2000-05-20 · EPHRATA, WA, USA
Event
NTSB number
SEA00LA088
Event ID
20001212X21122
Type
Accident
Date
2000-05-20
Location
EPHRATA, WA, USA
Coordinates
47.27, -119.589996
Injuries
Highest injury
MINR
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
1
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Avions Mudry et Cie
Model
CAP 231
Registration
N231X
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control subsequent to the aircraft's canopy opening in flight. Factors include the pilot's failure confirm that the aircraft's canopy was secured prior to takeoff and impaired vision.