NONE · Piper PA-24-260 · 2007-07-27 · Ramona, CA, USA
Event
NTSB number
LAX07LA234
Event ID
20070804X01108
Type
Accident
Date
2007-07-27
Location
Ramona, CA, USA
Injuries
Highest injury
NONE
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
2
Total aboard
2
Aircraft
Make
Piper
Model
PA-24-260
Registration
N8637P
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
A total loss of engine power due to a short circuit between both magneto ground leads. A factor in the accident was the inadequate annual/100-hour maintenance inspection regarding the wires.