MINR · Piper PA-24-250 · 1997-08-02 · FOND DU LAC, WI, USA
Event
NTSB number
CHI97LA244
Event ID
20001208X08575
Type
Accident
Date
1997-08-02
Location
FOND DU LAC, WI, USA
Coordinates
43.769359, -88.439529
Injuries
Highest injury
MINR
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
1
Uninjured
1
Total aboard
2
Aircraft
Make
Piper
Model
PA-24-250
Registration
N720MB
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
the pilot's improper use of the throttle control friction lock, and his inadequate remedial action. Related factors were his lack of experience in type of aircraft, the pilot's habit interference, and the presence of parked (standing) aircraft.