# NTSB Accident WPR12FA280
> **AVIAT A-1C-180** · 2012-06-28 · Kooskia, ID, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** WPR12FA280
- **Event ID:** 20120629X30512
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2012-06-28
- **Location:** Kooskia, ID, USA
- **Coordinates:** 46.130554, -114.92694
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** AVIAT
- **Model:** A-1C-180
- **Registration:** N63WY
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's decision to attempt a takeoff with a gusty tailwind, which resulted in his loss of airplane control during the initial climb and an aerodynamic stall/spin.

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