# NTSB Accident WPR16CA145
> **BEECH 19A** · 2016-07-18 · Helena, MT, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** WPR16CA145
- **Event ID:** 20160718X61154
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2016-07-18
- **Location:** Helena, MT, USA
- **Coordinates:** 46.606945, -111.98278
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** BEECH
- **Model:** 19A
- **Registration:** N7645R
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to reposition the fuel selector valve to the on position prior to takeoff resulting in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to properly complete the pre-takeoff checklist.

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