# NTSB Accident ANC15LA034
> **PIPER PA 22** · 2015-06-01 · Skwentna, AK, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ANC15LA034
- **Event ID:** 20150601X95028
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2015-06-01
- **Location:** Skwentna, AK, USA
- **Coordinates:** 61.701389, -150.936111
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** PIPER
- **Model:** PA 22
- **Registration:** N2828P
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to follow the airplane's operating limitations by rapidly opening the throttle, which resulted in a loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to maneuver the airplane at low altitude even though he was not taking off or landing.

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