May 7, 1996
Accident
Minor SYRACUSE, NY
Injuries1 serious
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
the pilot's failure to ensure that his hand would remain clear of the propeller, while attempting to take remedial action to secure the clam shell door. The unlatching and separation of the clam shell door from the aircraft were related factors.
NTSB IAD96LA072