GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE Commander 690C
Reno, NV — October 26, 2023
Event Information
| Date | October 26, 2023 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR24LA025 |
| Event ID | 20231030193324 |
| Location | Reno, NV |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 39.67000, -119.88000 |
| Airport | Reno/Stead |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE |
| Model | Commander 690C |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 1 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 2 |
Probable Cause
The pilot applicant’s excessive nose down pitch, and the check pilot’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in an impact with terrain.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.