Accident Details
Date
Thursday, October 26, 2023
NTSB Number
WPR24LA025
Location
Reno, NV
Event ID
20231030193324
Coordinates
39.670000, -119.880000
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Serious
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
1
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot applicant’s excessive nose down pitch, and the check pilot’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in an impact with terrain.
Aircraft Information
Year Built
1980
Model / ICAO
Commander 690C
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Multi Engine
No. of Engines
2
Seats
11
FAA Model
840
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
ORION AERIAL LLC
Address
15425 BEYERS LN
City
GRASS VALLEY
State / Zip Code
CA 95949-7666
Country
United States
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR24LA025