# NTSB Accident IAD01FA070
> **Piper PA-32R-301** · 2001-06-22 · GREENWICH, CT, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** IAD01FA070
- **Event ID:** 20010709X01336
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2001-06-22
- **Location:** GREENWICH, CT, USA
- **Coordinates:** 41.597625, -72.754997
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-32R-301
- **Registration:** N13VH
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** IMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while maneuvering in instrument meteorological conditions, due to spatial disorientation.  Factors in the accident were the fog, and the pilot's use of a sedating medication.

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