No fatalities

PIPER PA-22-160 accident at Coquille Bay, OR, 8 Jul 2023

Coquille Bay, OR, United States

On July 8, 2023, a PIPER PA-22-160 was involved in an aviation accident near Coquille Bay, OR. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation, a total loss of engine power, and impact with terrain. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

SourcesNTSBPrimary reportUpdated 2026-08-03Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation, a total loss of engine power, and impact with terrain.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

PilotFluid managementFluid level

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 8 Jul 2023 PIPER PA-22-160 accident near Coquille Bay, OR?

The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation, a total loss of engine power, and impact with terrain.

Were there any fatalities in the 8 Jul 2023 PIPER PA-22-160 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 8 Jul 2023 involved a PIPER PA-22-160, at Coquille Bay, OR.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation, a total loss of engine power, and impact with terrain.