# NTSB Accident ANC09FA003
> **ANTONOVICH ANTON B CHALLENGER II** · 2008-10-03 · Chugiak, AK, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ANC09FA003
- **Event ID:** 20081008X82640
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2008-10-03
- **Location:** Chugiak, AK, USA
- **Coordinates:** 61.400001, -149.513885
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** ANTONOVICH ANTON B
- **Model:** CHALLENGER II
- **Registration:** N7511J
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane while maneuvering, resulting in an in-flight collision with trees. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of experience.

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