On November 26, 1990, a Cessna T210-F (registration N6775R) operated by Miller, James R. was involved in an aviation accident near Fontana, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S DECISION TO CONTINUE FLIGHT INTO KNOWN ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS DURING THE HOURS OF DARKNESS IN MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A Cessna T210F struck mountainous terrain during a night VFR flight. Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed; fog and haze were forecast along the route, with cloud base below mountain elevation near destination.
Accident Overview
A Cessna T210F collided with mountainous terrain while conducting a night visual flight rules (VFR) flight. The accident occurred under night instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) that prevailed in the accident area at the time of the event.
Weather Conditions
The pilot had received a weather briefing that forecast fog and haze below a cloud layer along the intended route of flight. The base of the cloud layer was reported to be below the elevation of mountainous terrain located within 5 miles of the destination. Witnesses on the ground near the accident area reported reduced visibility due to fog and haze.
Flight Details
The aircraft was on a VFR flight at night. No further details about the flight's origin, destination, or pilot information are provided in the source. The collision with terrain occurred under conditions that were not suitable for continued VFR flight.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 26 Nov 1990 Cessna T210-F accident near Fontana, CA?
A Cessna T210F struck mountainous terrain during a night VFR flight. Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed; fog and haze were forecast along the route, with cloud base below mountain elevation near destination.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 26 Nov 1990 involved a Cessna T210-F, registration N6775R, operated by Miller, James R., at Fontana, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S DECISION TO CONTINUE FLIGHT INTO KNOWN ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS DURING THE HOURS OF DARKNESS IN MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN.
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