# NTSB Accident FTW01LA068
> **Piper PA32-R-301T** · 2001-02-17 · Haslet, TX, USA · SERS
## Event
- **NTSB number:** FTW01LA068
- **Event ID:** 20010301X00528
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2001-02-17
- **Location:** Haslet, TX, USA
- **Coordinates:** 32.94984, -97.330986
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** SERS
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 1
- **Minor:** 3
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 4
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA32-R-301T
- **Registration:** N8355L
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

the improper installation of the oil filter bypass valve by an unknown person, which resulted in the loss of engine oil and subsequent loss of total power during a normal descent.  A contributing factor to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

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