SERS · Miller ROTORWAY EXEC 162F · 1999-06-25 · PACOIMA, CA, USA
Event
NTSB number
LAX99LA236
Event ID
20001212X19043
Type
Accident
Date
1999-06-25
Location
PACOIMA, CA, USA
Injuries
Highest injury
SERS
Fatal
0
Serious
1
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Miller
Model
ROTORWAY EXEC 162F
Registration
N112WM
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot's improper valve adjustments and failure to follow the manufacturer's instructions, which resulted in a loose number 3 cylinder rocker arm and a loss of engine power.