# NTSB Accident CEN24LA145
> **MOONEY M20E** · 2024-04-02 · Alpine, AR, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CEN24LA145
- **Event ID:** 20240402194020
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2024-04-02
- **Location:** Alpine, AR, USA
- **Coordinates:** 34.240469, -93.364395
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 1
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** MOONEY
- **Model:** M20E
- **Registration:** N86UM
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The improper maintenance of the cabin air and exhaust system which resulted in a cracked exhaust pipe and damaged cabin air tubing, and the subsequent elevated carbon monoxide levels in the cockpit and a forced landing to unsuitable terrain after the pilot suspected carbon monoxide poisoning.

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