# NTSB Accident CEN12LA118
> **PIPER PA-32-260** · 2011-12-31 · Elk Rapids, MI, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CEN12LA118
- **Event ID:** 20111231X42908
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2011-12-31
- **Location:** Elk Rapids, MI, USA
- **Coordinates:** 44.908889, -85.410003
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 4
- **Total aboard:** 5
## Aircraft
- **Make:** PIPER
- **Model:** PA-32-260
- **Registration:** N997TB
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The loss of engine power due to the failure of the exhaust valve.

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