# NTSB Accident ERA22LA159
> **DWYER MICHAEL D Q** · 2022-03-17 · Spring Hill, FL, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ERA22LA159
- **Event ID:** 20220318104798
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2022-03-17
- **Location:** Spring Hill, FL, USA
- **Coordinates:** 28.491776, -82.487623
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** DWYER MICHAEL D
- **Model:** Q
- **Registration:** N3QP
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot’s improper modification of the pull starter motor, which resulted in its failure and the subsequent loss of engine power.

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