Final 1 serious, 1 minor Sep 26, 2024

N54829 crash at Kooskia, ID

Cessna 172P — Low altitude operation/event at S92 (Kooskia, ID)

DateSep 26, 2024
Tail numberN54829
AircraftCessna 172P · Cessna 172 Skyhawk · C172
LocationS92 — Kooskia, ID
Phase of flightManeuvering
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 serious, 1 minor
NTSB caseWPR24LA315

Probable cause

The pilot’s decision to descend into a canyon that exceeded the performance capabilities of the airplane, which resulted in an impact with trees and terrain.

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