# NTSB Accident LAX06LA275
> **Terry Tevis RV-6A** · 2006-08-28 · Novato, CA, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** LAX06LA275
- **Event ID:** 20060906X01298
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2006-08-28
- **Location:** Novato, CA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 38.191944, -122.577224
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 2
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Terry Tevis
- **Model:** RV-6A
- **Registration:** N312RV
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** NITE
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain terrain clearance while maneuvering.  Rising terrain, fog and dark night conditions were factors.

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