# NTSB Accident SEA00LA088
> **Avions Mudry et Cie CAP 231** · 2000-05-20 · EPHRATA, WA, USA · MINR
## 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.

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