MINR · AIR TRACTOR AT-802A · 2008-08-27 · Meeker, CO, USA
Event
NTSB number
DFW08TA224
Event ID
20080909X01419
Type
Accident
Date
2008-08-27
Location
Meeker, CO, USA
Coordinates
40.049999, -107.889167
Injuries
Highest injury
MINR
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
1
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
AIR TRACTOR
Model
AT-802A
Registration
N189LA
FAR Part
PUBU
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot's improper decision to continue an aerial application following an uncommanded opening of the cabin door in flight, and his subsequent failure to maintain control of the airplane.