# NTSB Accident NYC00LA146
> **Piper PA-28-161** · 2000-05-30 · WILLIAMSTOWN, NJ, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** NYC00LA146
- **Event ID:** 20001212X21110
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2000-05-30
- **Location:** WILLIAMSTOWN, NJ, USA
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 3
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 3
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-28-161
- **Registration:** N4319U
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

improper installation of a quick drain plug by the airplane owner/mechanic which resulted in a loss of engine oil and forced landing.

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