# NTSB Accident ANC09LA017
> **CESSNA 207A** · 2008-12-31 · Hoonah, AK, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ANC09LA017
- **Event ID:** 20090105X33112
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2008-12-31
- **Location:** Hoonah, AK, USA
- **Coordinates:** 58.177776, -135.258895
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 2
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** CESSNA
- **Model:** 207A
- **Registration:** N39AK
- **FAR Part:** 135
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to ensure that the aft cargo door was properly latched and locked prior to departure, which resulted in an in-flight opening of the aft cargo door and subsequent damage to the airplane.

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