SERS · NEW PIPER AIRCRAFT INC PA32-301FT · 2013-03-17 · Stafford, VA, USA
Event
NTSB number
ERA13LA173
Event ID
20130317X22700
Type
Accident
Date
2013-03-17
Location
Stafford, VA, USA
Coordinates
38.369998, -77.43
Injuries
Highest injury
SERS
Fatal
0
Serious
2
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
2
Aircraft
Make
NEW PIPER AIRCRAFT INC
Model
PA32-301FT
Registration
N32EV
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot's improper placement of the fuel tank selector handle during approach, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.