Primary finding
Probable cause
the pilot's inadequate evaluation of the current local weather conditions and his failure to maintain a climb after takeoff. Factors related to the accident were the fog, the powerlines, and spatial disorientation.
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NTSB investigation record
CHI98LA173
CompletedCessna 310R· N5247J
- Date
- May 24, 1998
- Location
- Augusta, KS
- Conditions
- VMC
- Record
- Completed
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