Aviation accident CEN16FA373

2 fatal · CESSNA 182 · 2016-09-19 · Ephraim, WI, USA

Event

NTSB number: CEN16FA373
Event ID: 20160919X13211
Type: Accident
Date: 2016-09-19
Location: Ephraim, WI, USA
Coordinates: 45.145832, -87.197219

Injuries

Highest injury: FATL
Fatal: 2
Serious: 0
Minor: 0
Uninjured: 0
Total aboard: 2

Aircraft

Make: CESSNA
Model: 182
Registration: N2012F
FAR Part: 091
Engines: 1
Damage: DEST

Conditions

Light: NITE
Weather: VMC

Probable cause

The pilot's improper decision to execute a maneuvering approach at low altitude during night conditions, which resulted in controlled flight into terrain.

Source

Authoritative: NTSB CAROL
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