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N4474P accident description

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Crash location 44.486111°N, 97.170278°W
Reported location is a long distance from the NTSB's reported nearest city. This often means that the location has a typo, or is incorrect.
Nearest city Watertown, SD
44.899409°N, 97.115073°W
28.7 miles away
Tail number N4474P
Accident date 19 Jun 2014
Aircraft type Quicksilver Enterprises Inc Mxl Ii Sport
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

Witnesses stated the airplane made a steep turn at low altitude, followed by a rapid descent and ground impact. The uncertificated pilot was seriously injured and did not recall any of the accident sequence, due to head trauma. Examination of the airframe and engine by Federal Aviation Administration personnel revealed no evidence of mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The uncertificated pilot's loss of control while maneuvering at low altitude.

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