# NTSB Accident WPR24FA182
> **VANS AIRCRAFT INC RV-12** · 2024-06-06 · Auburn, WA, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** WPR24FA182
- **Event ID:** 20240606194412
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2024-06-06
- **Location:** Auburn, WA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 47.311494, -122.23403
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** VANS AIRCRAFT INC
- **Model:** RV-12
- **Registration:** N412JN
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot’s improper installation of the control stick pushrod assemblies, which resulted in separation of the left pushrod and a total loss of roll control during flight. Contributing to the accident was the failure to detect the installation error during the airplane’s construction, inspection, and subsequent maintenance.

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