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Night Cross-Country Flight Ends in Collision with Hilly Terrain (N24807)

Chino, CA, US

On April 11, 1989, a Cessna 152 (registration N24807) was involved in an aviation accident near Chino, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO OBTAIN AN APPROPRIATE WEATHER BRIEFING IN PREPARATION FOR THE CROSS COUNTRY FLIGHT AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AN ALTITUDE SUFFICIENT TO CLEAR THE TERRAIN ALONG THE INDENDED ROUTE AFTER ENTERING REDUCED VISIBILITY CONDITIONS. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During a night cross-country flight, an airplane collided with hilly terrain in a near wings-level attitude under instrument meteorological conditions. The pilot reported contacting Hawthorne FSS at 2300 on April 10, 1989, but tape review showed no calls from N24807.

Accident Narrative

The accident occurred during a night cross-country flight. The airplane collided with hilly terrain in a near wings-level attitude. The pilot does not remember the circumstances of the accident.

Weather Conditions

At the time of the accident, the weather in the area was reported as instrument meteorological conditions.

Examination

During the engine inspection, no mechanical failures or malfunctions were found.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that he contacted the Hawthorne Flight Service Station by telephone at 2300 hours on April 10, 1989. According to the pilot, the specialist reported that Fullerton was VFR. However, a review of the tapes at Hawthorne FSS did not reveal any calls made by the pilot of N24807.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Apr 1989 Cessna 152 accident near Chino, CA?

During a night cross-country flight, an airplane collided with hilly terrain in a near wings-level attitude under instrument meteorological conditions. The pilot reported contacting Hawthorne FSS at 2300 on April 10, 1989, but tape review showed no calls from N24807.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Apr 1989 involved a Cessna 152, registration N24807, at Chino, CA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO OBTAIN AN APPROPRIATE WEATHER BRIEFING IN PREPARATION FOR THE CROSS COUNTRY FLIGHT AND HIS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AN ALTITUDE SUFFICIENT TO CLEAR THE TERRAIN ALONG THE INDENDED ROUTE AFTER ENTERING REDUCED VISIBILITY CONDITIONS.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X28108. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.