Primary finding
Probable cause
Improper in-flight planning/decision by the pilot which resulted in his failure to maintain clearance obstructions. A related factor was: the low level of propane (fuel), which resulted in low burner pressure.
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NTSB investigation record
NYC89LA212
CompletedBalloon works Firefly· N7406F
- Date
- August 31, 1989
- Location
- Hatboro, PA
- Conditions
- VMC
- Record
- Completed
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