# NTSB Accident CHI05LA114
> **Cessna A188B** · 2005-05-14 · Ludell, KS, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CHI05LA114
- **Event ID:** 20050520X00649
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2005-05-14
- **Location:** Ludell, KS, USA
- **Coordinates:** 39.711666, -100.93
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Cessna
- **Model:** A188B
- **Registration:** N4734Q
- **FAR Part:** 137
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees during an aerial application maneuver.  The trees and the sun glare were contributing factors.

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