Aug 21, 2004
Accident
Destroyed Toutle, WA
Injuries1 fatal, 2 serious
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsIMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
The pilot's continued flight into known adverse weather conditions. Inadequate preflight planning/preparation, trees, a low ceiling and no suitable terrain available for the landing were factors.
NTSB SEA04FA169