# NTSB Accident CHI02FA197
> **Piper PA-60** · 2002-07-18 · Columbus, IN, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CHI02FA197
- **Event ID:** 20020722X01179
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2002-07-18
- **Location:** Columbus, IN, USA
- **Coordinates:** 39.261665, -85.89611
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-60
- **Registration:** N158GA
- **FAR Part:** 135
- **Engines:** 2
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** NITE
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a missed approach.  Additional factors included the operator's inadequate oversight, the pilot's improper in-flight decision, conditions conducive to pilot fatigue, fog, and night.

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