# NTSB Accident WPR15LA217
> **PIPER PA 28-181** · 2015-07-19 · Las Vegas, NV, USA · SERS
## 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.

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