SERS · PIPER PA 28-181 · 2015-07-19 · Las Vegas, NV, USA
Event
NTSB number
WPR15LA217
Event ID
20150719X02305
Type
Accident
Date
2015-07-19
Location
Las Vegas, NV, USA
Coordinates
35.933334, -115.133331
Injuries
Highest injury
SERS
Fatal
0
Serious
4
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
4
Aircraft
Make
PIPER
Model
PA 28-181
Registration
N8740E
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
DEST
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The engine's inability to produce full-rated power due to wear on internal engine components, which resulted in a loss of altitude and subsequent landing on uneven terrain. Contributing to the accident was the airplane owner's failure to maintain the engine in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended guidance.