October 2, 2012, Beatty, Nev. Piper PA-28-180 Cherokee 180

At about 2003 Pacific time, the airplane sustained substantial damage when it struck power lines. The solo commercial pilot was seriously injured. Visual conditions prevailed. According to local law enforcement, the pilot planned to fly to Las Vegas; however, due to darkness and being low on fuel, he diverted.…

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Key Takeaways:

  • An airplane sustained substantial damage and its solo commercial pilot was seriously injured after striking power lines.
  • The incident occurred around 2003 Pacific time under visual conditions.
  • The pilot had diverted from his planned flight to Las Vegas due to darkness and low fuel when the accident happened.
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At about 2003 Pacific time, the airplane sustained substantial damage when it struck power lines. The solo commercial pilot was seriously injured. Visual conditions prevailed. According to local law enforcement, the pilot planned to fly to Las Vegas; however, due to darkness and being low on fuel, he diverted.

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