# NTSB Accident NYC04FA092
> **Piper PA-32R-301** · 2004-03-22 · Harlan, KY, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** NYC04FA092
- **Event ID:** 20040329X00383
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2004-03-22
- **Location:** Harlan, KY, USA
- **Coordinates:** 36.839622, -83.319625
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 6
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 6
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-32R-301
- **Registration:** N8173U
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** NITE
- **Weather:** IMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's improper decision to continue VFR flight into IMC conditions and his failure to maintain terrain clearance, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.  Factors were night, snow and a low ceiling.

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