# NTSB Accident CEN24LA271
> **MCDONNELL DOUGLAS HELICOPTER 600N** · 2024-07-16 · Eagle Lake, TX, USA · SERS
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CEN24LA271
- **Event ID:** 20240718194714
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2024-07-16
- **Location:** Eagle Lake, TX, USA
- **Coordinates:** 29, -96
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** SERS
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 1
- **Minor:** 4
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 6
## Aircraft
- **Make:** MCDONNELL DOUGLAS HELICOPTER
- **Model:** 600N
- **Registration:** N609RP
- **FAR Part:** PUBU
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** NITE
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The operator’s improper installation of the fuel system, which resulted in fuel starvation, a loss of engine power, and impact with terrain.

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