SERS · CESSNA 172P · 2024-09-26 · Kooskia, ID, USA
Event
NTSB number
WPR24LA315
Event ID
20240930195225
Type
Accident
Date
2024-09-26
Location
Kooskia, ID, USA
Coordinates
46.327919, -115.0702
Injuries
Highest injury
SERS
Fatal
0
Serious
1
Minor
1
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
2
Aircraft
Make
CESSNA
Model
172P
Registration
N54829
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot’s decision to descend into a canyon that exceeded the performance capabilities of the airplane, which resulted in an impact with trees and terrain.