# NTSB Accident WPR17LA096
> **PIPER PA 32-260** · 2017-05-02 · Mukilteo, WA, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** WPR17LA096
- **Event ID:** 20170502X93150
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2017-05-02
- **Location:** Mukilteo, WA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 47.889446, -122.286941
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** PIPER
- **Model:** PA 32-260
- **Registration:** N3457W
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The improper maintenance of the carburetor, which resulted in a stuck float and a partial loss of engine power during takeoff.

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