# NTSB Accident MIA94FA064
> **CESSNA T210M** · 1994-02-03 · PRENTISS, MS, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** MIA94FA064
- **Event ID:** 20001206X00791
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1994-02-03
- **Location:** PRENTISS, MS, USA
- **Coordinates:** 31.590621, -89.869834
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 2
- **Serious:** 1
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 3
## Aircraft
- **Make:** CESSNA
- **Model:** T210M
- **Registration:** N6572M
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** NDRK
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

A total loss of engine power due to the number five piston crown structure sustaining detonation/pre-ignition damage for undetermined reasons. The number two connecting rod and rod bolts failed due to an oil distress event. This resulted in a subsequent in-flight collision with trees and terrain while attempting a forced landing at night.

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