# NTSB Accident CHI07LA162
> **Aero Commander S2R** · 2007-06-05 · Watford City, ND, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CHI07LA162
- **Event ID:** 20070613X00717
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2007-06-05
- **Location:** Watford City, ND, USA
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Aero Commander
- **Model:** S2R
- **Registration:** N8835Q
- **FAR Part:** 137
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The agricultural pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the terrain while maneuvering to avoid power lines.  The power lines were a contributing factor in the accident.

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