# NTSB Accident CHI96LA286
> **Schuler T BIRD II** · 1996-08-12 · FOND DU LAC, WI, USA · SERS
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CHI96LA286
- **Event ID:** 20001208X06451
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1996-08-12
- **Location:** FOND DU LAC, WI, USA
- **Coordinates:** 43.769908, -88.439735
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** SERS
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 2
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Schuler
- **Model:** T BIRD II
- **Registration:** N31774
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

loss of engine power because of improperly insulated ignition wiring.  Factors relating to the accident were improper maintenance; and high obstructions in the emergency landing area, which the pilot had to avoid, resulting in a collision with terrain.

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