# NTSB Accident ATL96LA019
> **Piper PA-28-180** · 1995-12-06 · ATHENS, GA, USA · SERS
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ATL96LA019
- **Event ID:** 20001207X04948
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1995-12-06
- **Location:** ATHENS, GA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 33.910305, -83.319679
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** SERS
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 2
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-28-180
- **Registration:** N180KH
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** IMC
## Probable cause

The mechanic's failure to adequately inspect and repair the engine, which resulted in engine oil contamination, and the subsequent loss of engine power. A factor was the low ceiling.

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