ASN Wikibase Occurrence # 358538
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| Date: | Wednesday 2 August 1995 |
| Time: | 17:40 LT |
| Type: |  Cessna 150L |
| Owner/operator: | Memphis East Aviation, Inc. |
| Registration: | N1774Q |
| MSN: | 15073074 |
| Total airframe hrs: | 3082 hours |
| Engine model: | CONTINENTAL O-200-A |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 1 |
| Aircraft damage: | Substantial |
| Category: | Accident |
| Location: | Holly Springs, MS -
 United States of America
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| Phase: | Initial climb |
| Nature: | Training |
| Departure airport: | Arlington, TN (KLHC) |
| Investigating agency: | NTSB |
| Confidence Rating: |  Accident investigation report completed and information captured |
The pilot reported the engine lost power while climbing shortly after a touch and go landing. A forced landing was made in a wooded area. Post crash examination showed the oil dip stick was lying loose in the engine compartment and the engine contained no oil. No evidence of post crash oil leakage was found. Examination of the engine showed the exhaust pipes had been heated excessively and the nos. 2 and 3 cylinder valves were held open due to excessive carbon buildup.
Probable Cause: The failure of the pilot-in-command to insure the oil dip stick was secure prior to departure resulting in loss of engine oil, overheating of the engine, and loss of engine power.
Accident investigation:
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Sources:
NTSB MIA95LA191
Location
Revision history:
| Date/time | Contributor | Updates |
|---|---|---|
| 14-Mar-2024 15:27 | ASN Update Bot | Added |
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