# NTSB Accident WPR09LA016
> **Heisler Lancair Legacy** · 2008-10-18 · Parowan, UT, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** WPR09LA016
- **Event ID:** 20081017X50355
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2008-10-18
- **Location:** Parowan, UT, USA
- **Coordinates:** 37.859443, -112.815834
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 1
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Heisler
- **Model:** Lancair Legacy
- **Registration:** N151HT
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot failed to secure the canopy prior to takeoff, resulting in his inability to control the aircraft during the takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s impairment from prescription medications and possible obstructive sleep apnea.

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