Apr 6, 1997
Accident
Substantial ARLINGTON, WA
Injuries2 minor
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
The failure of the commercial pilot to perform an adequate visual lookout while on final approach for landing on the runway, and the failure of the student pilot of the other airplane to perform an adequate visual lookout prior to taking off from the same runway. A factor contributing to the accident was the commercial pilot's diverted attention.
NTSB SEA97LA083