# NTSB Accident BFO95LA053
> **PIPER PA-28-140** · 1995-05-13 · DUBOIS, PA, USA · SERS
## Event
- **NTSB number:** BFO95LA053
- **Event ID:** 20001207X03416
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1995-05-13
- **Location:** DUBOIS, PA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 41.020931, -78.4309
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** SERS
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 2
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** PIPER
- **Model:** PA-28-140
- **Registration:** N9672W
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The failure of valve springs in the number two engine cylinder which resulted in a total loss of engine power during initial climb.  The unsuitable terrain encountered during the subsequent forced landing was a factor.

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