# NTSB Accident LAX02LA111
> **Avian Magnum IX** · 2002-03-16 · Sedona, AZ, USA · SERS
## Event
- **NTSB number:** LAX02LA111
- **Event ID:** 20020319X00365
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2002-03-16
- **Location:** Sedona, AZ, USA
- **Coordinates:** 34.94057, -111.93917
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** SERS
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 1
- **Minor:** 6
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 7
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Avian
- **Model:** Magnum IX
- **Registration:** N2037U
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 0
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's decision to continue the landing approach after encountering a high wind condition.   A factor in the accident was the pilot's decision to use the trees to try and slow the balloon's ground speed.

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