# NTSB Accident FTW96LA126
> **Piper PA-36-300** · 1996-02-22 · ANDREWS, TX, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** FTW96LA126
- **Event ID:** 20001208X05254
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1996-02-22
- **Location:** ANDREWS, TX, USA
- **Coordinates:** 32.320068, -102.540565
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-36-300
- **Registration:** N57828
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

the mechanic's improper overhaul of the engine.  Factors were: the pilot in command's inability to maintain visual lookout due to oil on the windscreen and unsuitable terrain for the forced landing.

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