1 fatal · Augusta 109E · 2005-10-08 · Smethport, PA, USA
Event
NTSB number
NYC06MA005
Event ID
20051023X01707
Type
Accident
Date
2005-10-08
Location
Smethport, PA, USA
Coordinates
41.754722, -78.553886
Injuries
Highest injury
FATL
Fatal
1
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Augusta
Model
109E
Registration
N7YL
FAR Part
091
Engines
2
Damage
DEST
Conditions
Light
NDRK
Weather
IMC
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. Factors in the accident were, night instrument meteorological conditions, pilot workload, and improper air traffic control procedures by the approach controller.