# NTSB Accident NYC06MA005
> **Augusta 109E** · 2005-10-08 · Smethport, PA, USA · FATL
## 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.

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