N8579W

Substantial
None

PIPER PA-28-235S/N: 28-10091

Accident Details

Date
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
NTSB Number
ERA23LA290
Location
Clearwater, FL
Event ID
20230706192544
Coordinates
27.977214, -82.759057
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s improper preflight inspection which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel contamination (water).

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
28-10091
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1963
Model / ICAO
PA-28-235P28B
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
PA-28-235

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
WESSLER GEORGE H
Address
1409 COASTAL PL
City
DUNEDIN
State / Zip Code
FL 34698-7340
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA23LA290