CESSNA 172P
Kooskia, ID — September 26, 2024
Event Information
| Date | September 26, 2024 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR24LA315 |
| Event ID | 20240930195225 |
| Location | Kooskia, ID |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 46.32792, -115.07020 |
| Airport | FISH LAKE USFS |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 172P |
| 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’s decision to descend into a canyon that exceeded the performance
capabilities of the airplane, which resulted in an impact with trees and 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.