Final 2 minor Sep 23, 2024

N4298V accident at LaGrange, GA

Piper PA28 — Loss of engine power (partial) at LGC (LaGrange, GA)

DateSep 23, 2024
Tail numberN4298V
AircraftPiper PA28 · Piper PA-28 Cherokee/Archer/Warrior · P28A
LocationLGC — LaGrange, GA
Phase of flightInitial Climb
OperationPart 91 Instructional
Injuries2 minor
NTSB caseERA24LA392

Probable cause

Improper manufacture of a cylinder exhaust valve guide by the engine manufacturer, which resulted in a stuck exhaust valve and a partial loss of engine power during initial climb.

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