# NTSB Accident MIA97LA218
> **Piper PA-24-260** · 1997-07-27 · BURNSVILLE, NC, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** MIA97LA218
- **Event ID:** 20001208X08470
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1997-07-27
- **Location:** BURNSVILLE, NC, USA
- **Coordinates:** 35.909988, -82.290367
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 2
- **Uninjured:** 2
- **Total aboard:** 4
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-24-260
- **Registration:** N9396P
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The failure of the pilot to use the checklist to confirm that the main cabin door was closed and locked before takeoff.  Also, failure of the pilot to attain the proper touchdown point during the precautionary landing.  Contributing to the accident was the self induced pressure by the pilot.

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