SERS · PIPER PA-28-180 · 2024-05-15 · Hot Springs, AR, USA
Event
NTSB number
CEN24LA189
Event ID
20240516194267
Type
Accident
Date
2024-05-15
Location
Hot Springs, AR, USA
Coordinates
34.478028, -93.096222
Injuries
Highest injury
SERS
Fatal
0
Serious
1
Minor
1
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
2
Aircraft
Make
PIPER
Model
PA-28-180
Registration
N6571J
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
DEST
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The student pilot’s selection of an improper fuel tank selector position, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the instructor’s inadequate oversight.