# NTSB Accident WPR16LA093
> **CESSNA 172** · 2016-04-17 · Avalon, CA, USA · SERS
## Event
- **NTSB number:** WPR16LA093
- **Event ID:** 20160418X20327
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2016-04-17
- **Location:** Avalon, CA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 33.408054, -118.412223
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** SERS
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 2
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** CESSNA
- **Model:** 172
- **Registration:** N7133G
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain a proper approach path on landing because he failed to familiarize himself with the airport's unique approach hazards and recommended procedures before the flight. Also causal was the pilot's failure to recognize the airplane's improper approach and to execute a go-around in a timely manner.

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