May 6, 2018
Accident
Substantial Smith Beach, VA
Injuries1 minor
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsIMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
The noninstrument-rated pilot's inadequate preflight and in-flight weather planning, which resulted in an off-airport precautionary landing to avoid weather and a subsequent collision with power lines.
NTSB ERA18TA142