Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 172M near Bountiful, UT — 2008-07-22

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Date
2008-07-22
Location
Bountiful, UT, USA
Airport
KBTF
Aircraft
CESSNA 172M
Registration
N7672
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.

NTSB narrative

During takeoff initial climb at an altitude of about 100 feet above ground level, the climb performance of the airplane degraded along with a partial loss of engine power. The certified flight instructor (CFI) advanced the mixture to the full rich position, checked the carburetor heat, and verified that the throttle was full forward. The CFI then took control of the airplane from the student pilot, and initiated a forced landing into an open soft field. During the landing, the wheels of the airplane sunk into mud, and the airplane nosed over. Examination of the engine, fuel system, and airframe systems related to engine operation revealed no anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

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