# NTSB Accident FTW98LA053
> **Cessna 177RG** · 1997-11-19 · TOMBALL, TX, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** FTW98LA053
- **Event ID:** 20001208X09179
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1997-11-19
- **Location:** TOMBALL, TX, USA
- **Coordinates:** 30.090419, -95.610061
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Cessna
- **Model:** 177RG
- **Registration:** N88WC
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** IMC
## Probable cause

The total loss of engine power resulting from the loss of oil and resultant seizure of a cylinder due to inadequate maintenance by maintenance personnel. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing and the low ceiling.

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