# NTSB Accident SEA07FA119
> **Cessna 182C** · 2007-05-12 · Marion, MT, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** SEA07FA119
- **Event ID:** 20070517X00580
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2007-05-12
- **Location:** Marion, MT, USA
- **Coordinates:** 48.091667, -114.856391
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 5
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 5
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Cessna
- **Model:** 182C
- **Registration:** N8771T
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering to reverse direction.  Factors included the airplane exceeding its maximum gross takeoff weight, the improper preflight by the pilot by not securing an oil cap, the low altitude, and an obstructed windshield.

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