# NTSB Accident ERA15FA128
> **PIPER PA28** · 2015-02-11 · Greensboro, NC, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ERA15FA128
- **Event ID:** 20150211X52137
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2015-02-11
- **Location:** Greensboro, NC, USA
- **Coordinates:** 36.171112, -79.809448
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** PIPER
- **Model:** PA28
- **Registration:** N5985U
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

A total loss of engine power after takeoff due to fuel starvation as a result of excessive wear of the fuel selector valve. Also causal was the owner/operator and maintenance personnel's inadequate maintenance, and inadequate postmaintenance inspection.

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