ASN Wikibase Occurrence # 353348
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| Date: | Friday 14 May 1999 |
| Time: | 13:30 LT |
| Type: |  Cessna 177 |
| Owner/operator: | Private |
| Registration: | N2343Y |
| MSN: | 177000143 |
| Total airframe hrs: | 2548 hours |
| Engine model: | Lycoming O-320-E2D |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 3 |
| Aircraft damage: | Substantial |
| Category: | Accident |
| Location: | Roanoke, TX -
 United States of America
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| Phase: | Initial climb |
| Nature: | Private |
| Departure airport: | (52F) |
| Deming, NM (KDMD) | |
| Investigating agency: | NTSB |
| Confidence Rating: |  Accident investigation report completed and information captured |
During takeoff climb, about 200-250 feet agl, the engine started 'stuttering.' The engine rpm and airspeed started decreasing, so the student pilot lowered the airplane's nose and retracted the flaps. A magneto check resulted in no change in engine operation. He applied carburetor heat, and noted no change. Due to trees in front of the aircraft, the pilot elected to turn left. He established the best glide airspeed and continued turning left to downwind. Prior to impacting the trees, he 'pulled back [the] power' and turned off the master switch. The airplane came to rest amongst the trees. A witness reported that the engine sounded 'smooth, but not at full power.' The reason for the partial loss of engine power could not be determined.
Probable Cause: The partial loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
Accident investigation:
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Sources:
NTSB FTW99LA141
Location
Revision history:
| Date/time | Contributor | Updates |
|---|---|---|
| 09-Mar-2024 13:01 | ASN Update Bot | Added |
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