Aviation accident NYC03LA019

2 fatal · Mooney M20R · 2002-11-13 · Vineyard Haven, MA, USA

Event

NTSB number: NYC03LA019
Event ID: 20021126X05523
Type: Accident
Date: 2002-11-13
Location: Vineyard Haven, MA, USA
Coordinates: 41.337776, -70.639167

Injuries

Highest injury: FATL
Fatal: 2
Serious: 0
Minor: 0
Uninjured: 0
Total aboard: 2

Aircraft

Make: Mooney
Model: M20R
Registration: N2165Y
FAR Part: 091
Engines: 1
Damage: DEST

Conditions

Light: NITE
Weather: IMC

Probable cause

The pilot's spatial disorientation during a missed approach, which resulted in a loss of control, and the airplane's subsequent impact with water. Factors included clouds, rain, and night lighting conditions.

Source

Authoritative: NTSB CAROL
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