Accident Details
Date
Friday, May 31, 2024
NTSB Number
WPR24LA178
Location
Nephi, UT
Event ID
20240604194396
Coordinates
39.763734, -111.868350
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s incorrect movement of the fuel selector valve to an off or restricted position, which resulted in fuel starvation and a loss of engine power.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N7838W
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
28-1855
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
SALE REPORTED
Address
6000 DOUGLAS DR N
Status
Deregistered
City
CRYSTAL
State / Zip Code
MN 55429-2314
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# WPR24LA178