# NTSB Accident SEA02LA074
> **Stinson 108-2** · 2002-04-20 · Helena, MT, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** SEA02LA074
- **Event ID:** 20020426X00585
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2002-04-20
- **Location:** Helena, MT, USA
- **Coordinates:** 47.980094, -110.799949
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 3
- **Total aboard:** 3
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Stinson
- **Model:** 108-2
- **Registration:** N959D
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

Fracture of the left main wheel assembly during the takeoff roll.  Factors include the use of a wheel assembly not approved for the accident airplane, and the use of an oversized tire.

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