Jul 23, 1996
Accident
Substantial TURNER, ME
Injuries1 minor
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, by failing to remove the pitot tube cover, which resulted in false airspeed indications, and his failure to maintain adequate obstacle clearance from a utility pole.
NTSB NYC96LA155