# NTSB Accident ERA14LA161
> **CESSNA AIRCRAFT CO LC41-550FG** · 2014-03-21 · Palatka, FL, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ERA14LA161
- **Event ID:** 20140322X60437
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2014-03-21
- **Location:** Palatka, FL, USA
- **Coordinates:** 29.658056, -81.673057
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 1
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** CESSNA AIRCRAFT CO
- **Model:** LC41-550FG
- **Registration:** N717RR
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot’s improper management of the fuel mixture and his failure to use the appropriate checklist and guidance during the flight, which resulted in an overrich mixture condition, carbon-fouling of the spark plugs, and a subsequent total loss of engine power during an attempted go-around.

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