# NTSB Accident IAD03LA036
> **Cessna R172K** · 2003-03-15 · Richmond, VA, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** IAD03LA036
- **Event ID:** 20030320X00364
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2003-03-15
- **Location:** Richmond, VA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 37.505001, -77.319442
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Cessna
- **Model:** R172K
- **Registration:** N1444V
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** —
## Conditions
- **Light:** NBRT
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The passenger's failure to remain clear of the propeller.  Factors included the passenger's recent use of marijuana, the pilot's inadequate pre-flight inspection, and the night lighting conditions.

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