# NTSB Accident CEN22FA419
> **PIPER PA-28R-201** · 2022-09-14 · Conway, SC, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CEN22FA419
- **Event ID:** 20220914105936
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2022-09-14
- **Location:** Conway, SC, USA
- **Coordinates:** 33.812086, -78.967363
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 2
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** PIPER
- **Model:** PA-28R-201
- **Registration:** N62FC
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The mechanic’s failure to install the required gasket on the vacuum pump drive pad in accordance with the maintenance manual, which resulted in oil exhaustion and the subsequent loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the Director of Maintenance’s failure to verify the installation of the vacuum pump gasket before returning the airplane to service.

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