# NTSB Accident WPR13FA288
> **BEECH J35** · 2013-06-24 · Helena, MT, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** WPR13FA288
- **Event ID:** 20130624X54201
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2013-06-24
- **Location:** Helena, MT, USA
- **Coordinates:** 46.747776, -112.003051
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** BEECH
- **Model:** J35
- **Registration:** N8255D
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin and subsequent impact with terrain.

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