DIAMOND DA40
Wells, NV, May 17, 2026
Event Information
| Date | May 17, 2026 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Wells, NV |
| Country | USA |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
| NTSB Number | WPR26LA196 |
| Event ID | 20260520203024 |
Aircraft
| Make | DIAMOND |
| Model | DA40 |
| Registration # | N787PV |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | Unk |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 1 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s inability to maintain climb performance and clearance from mountainous terrain due to a downdraft.
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.