# NTSB Accident NYC01FA053
> **Robinson R-44A** · 2000-12-05 · SANDGAP, KY, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** NYC01FA053
- **Event ID:** 20010110X00080
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2000-12-05
- **Location:** SANDGAP, KY, USA
- **Coordinates:** 37.479789, -84.090713
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 3
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 3
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Robinson
- **Model:** R-44A
- **Registration:** N744FC
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** NBRT
- **Weather:** IMC
## Probable cause

the pilot's improper weather evaluation, and his failure to maintain terrain clearance while operating over unlighted terrain at night.  Factors were the isolated areas of fog, and night conditions.

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