No fatalities
5 Jul 2023: PIPER PA-28-235 — HARMON TROY L — Clearwater, FL
On 5 Jul 2023, a PIPER PA-28-235 operated by HARMON TROY L was involved in an aviation accident near Clearwater, FL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s improper preflight inspection which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel contamination (water). This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Probable cause
The pilot’s improper preflight inspection which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel contamination (water).
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
PilotFluid condition