# NTSB Accident LAX01LA166
> **Piper PA-24-260** · 2001-05-06 · NAPA, CA, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** LAX01LA166
- **Event ID:** 20010510X00927
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2001-05-06
- **Location:** NAPA, CA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 38.549903, -122.149108
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 4
- **Total aboard:** 4
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-24-260
- **Registration:** N8710P
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot-in-command's failure to verify the fuel supply before flight, and his improper fuel management, that resulted in fuel starvation and loss of engine power during takeoff climb resulting in a forced landing and collision with ground obstacles.

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