# NTSB Accident DEN03FA023
> **Rockwell Commander 114** · 2002-12-06 · Hot Springs, AR, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** DEN03FA023
- **Event ID:** 20021218X05618
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2002-12-06
- **Location:** Hot Springs, AR, USA
- **Coordinates:** 34.453609, -93.122222
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 1
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Rockwell Commander
- **Model:** 114
- **Registration:** N314M
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** NDRK
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

the loss of engine power due to the failure of the engine ignition system's single-drive dual-magneto, and the magneto's improper installation by unknown maintenance personnel.  Contributing factors were the improper installation of the magneto by unknown maintenance personnel, the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing, and the dark night light condition.

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