# NTSB Accident LAX04CA278
> **Cessna A185F** · 2004-07-24 · Gridley, CA, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** LAX04CA278
- **Event ID:** 20040816X01231
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2004-07-24
- **Location:** Gridley, CA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 39.349578, -121.759429
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Cessna
- **Model:** A185F
- **Registration:** N93DM
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's improper use of the rudder to correct for torque and P-factor effects and failure to maintain obstacle clearance.

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