Final 1 fatal Feb 14, 2025

N40EA crash at Pierson, FL

Cessna 208 — VFR encounter with IMC at None (Pierson, FL)

DateFeb 14, 2025
Tail numberN40EA
AircraftCessna 208 · Cessna 208 Caravan · C208
LocationPierson, FL
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Positioning
Injuries1 fatal
NTSB caseERA25FA119

Probable cause

The non-instrument-rated pilot’s continued visual flight into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in spatial disorientation and a subsequent loss of control.

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