# NTSB Accident FTW02FA222
> **Piper PA-28-180** · 2002-08-01 · Gypsum, CO, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** FTW02FA222
- **Event ID:** 20020808X01340
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2002-08-01
- **Location:** Gypsum, CO, USA
- **Coordinates:** 39.808612, -107.27639
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 2
- **Serious:** 2
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 4
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-28-180
- **Registration:** N6444J
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to perform remedial action and maintain clearance with the rising mountainous terrain.  Contributing factors were the pilot's poor planning/decision, the rising terrain, and the high density altitude.

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