MINR · Piper PA-28-180 · 1996-08-09 · MIDLOTHIAN, TX, USA
Event
NTSB number
FTW96LA343
Event ID
20001208X06496
Type
Accident
Date
1996-08-09
Location
MIDLOTHIAN, TX, USA
Coordinates
32.489719, -96.990608
Injuries
Highest injury
MINR
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
1
Uninjured
1
Total aboard
2
Aircraft
Make
Piper
Model
PA-28-180
Registration
N2559R
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
maintenance personnel's improper engine overhaul procedures resulting in the installation of the rocker arms in reversed positions, which led to improper lubrication and binding of the exhaust valves. A related factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.