# NTSB Accident CEN16FA373
> **CESSNA 182** · 2016-09-19 · Ephraim, WI, USA · FATL
## 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.

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