# NTSB Accident FTW01LA158
> **Piper PA-32R-300** · 2001-07-04 · Belle Chase, LA, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** FTW01LA158
- **Event ID:** 20010705X01312
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2001-07-04
- **Location:** Belle Chase, LA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 29.839445, -89.999008
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-32R-300
- **Registration:** N5883V
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** NITE
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

the pilot's failure to maintain clearance with a utility pole while maneuvering.  Contributing factors were the pilot's impairment due to alcohol intoxication and the night light conditions.

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