# NTSB Accident LAX02LA265
> **Piper PA-22-160** · 2002-08-29 · Ruth, CA, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** LAX02LA265
- **Event ID:** 20020913X01602
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2002-08-29
- **Location:** Ruth, CA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 40.211387, -123.2975
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-22-160
- **Registration:** N3607Z
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions and failure to maintain control.

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