N7838W

Substantial
Minor

PIPER PA-28-180S/N: 28-1855

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
Year Built
1964
Model / ICAO
PA-28-180P28A
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

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