Jun 13, 1997
Accident
Substantial WALDPORT, OR
Injuries2 serious
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation to ensure he could execute a safe departure in the meteorological conditions present at the time. Related factors included: the unfavorable/variable/gusty wind conditions; and a power line near the departure end of the runway.
NTSB SEA97LA138