# NTSB Accident CEN21FA125
> **CESSNA 177RG** · 2021-02-08 · Galt, MO, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CEN21FA125
- **Event ID:** 20210209102616
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2021-02-08
- **Location:** Galt, MO, USA
- **Coordinates:** 40.10722, -93.37464
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 2
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** CESSNA
- **Model:** 177RG
- **Registration:** N8080G
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** IMC
## Probable cause

The pilot’s decision to takeoff into instrument meteorological conditions consisting of low ceilings and icing and his failure to remain clear of terrain while attempting to remain below the clouds, which resulted in impact with terrain.

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