# NTSB Accident LAX07LA234
> **Piper PA-24-260** · 2007-07-27 · Ramona, CA, USA · NONE
## 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.

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