On October 1, 2001, a Cessna 172 (registration N3910F) was involved in an aviation accident near Lindsay, MT. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain an altitude clear of terrain. A factor was intentional low altitude flight. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot reported colliding with terrain at 300 feet AGL while attempting to adjust a communication radio that was making wind noise. No mechanical malfunction was reported.
Accident Details
The pilot of the aircraft reported that the accident occurred while flying in cruise configuration at an altitude of 300 feet above ground level (AGL). At the time of the collision with terrain, the pilot was attempting to adjust a communication radio that was producing wind noise. The pilot stated that he could not recall the specific details surrounding the accident sequence.
Investigation Findings
According to the investigation, there was no report of any mechanical malfunction or failure that contributed to the accident. The aircraft was in cruise configuration when it struck the ground.
Pilot Report
The pilot noted that the communication radio was generating wind noise, leading him to focus on adjusting it. No further information was provided regarding the events leading up to the impact.
What happened in the 1 Oct 2001 Cessna 172 accident near Lindsay, MT?
A pilot reported colliding with terrain at 300 feet AGL while attempting to adjust a communication radio that was making wind noise. No mechanical malfunction was reported.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 1 Oct 2001 involved a Cessna 172, registration N3910F, at Lindsay, MT.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain an altitude clear of terrain. A factor was intentional low altitude flight.
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