Final
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Oct 26, 2022
N8119D accident at Kenai, AK
Piper PA-22-160 — Loss of engine power (total) at Kenai, AK
DateOct 26, 2022
Tail numberN8119D
AircraftPiper PA-22-160 · Piper PA-22 Tri-Pacer · PA22
LocationKenai, AK
Phase of flightInitial Climb
OperationPart 91 Instructional
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseANC23LA005
Probable cause
Improper installation of the crankshaft drive gear by maintenance personnel, who failed to install all required hardware, resulting in an in-flight engine failure.
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