# NTSB Accident ATL03LA093
> **Cessna 172K** · 2003-05-15 · Bristol, TN, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ATL03LA093
- **Event ID:** 20030516X00673
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2003-05-15
- **Location:** Bristol, TN, USA
- **Coordinates:** 36.475276, -82.407501
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Cessna
- **Model:** 172K
- **Registration:** N7412G
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** NDRK
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's improper use of the rudder controls during the takeoff roll resulting in a loss of directional control, and the on-ground collision with an embankment.

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