Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 182G near Mount Vernon, MO — 2010-03-18

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Date
2010-03-18
Location
Mount Vernon, MO, USA
Aircraft
CESSNA 182G
Registration
N2381R
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0
Phase of flight
Maneuvering

Probable cause

A loss of engine power due to the failure of the number four connecting rod for undetermined reasons.

NTSB narrative

During flight at 10,000 feet above ground level, the engine began to vibrate and run rough. Shortly thereafter, a loud bang occurred and oil was present on the windscreen. The pilot attempted a forced landing, and during the forced landing, the airplane landed short of the runway and impacted a ditch. Examination of the engine revealed the number four connecting rod had failed for undetermined reasons. The pilot had not completed a flight review within the preceding 24 calendar months.

Analysis

Primary failure mode
Engine power loss
First missed decision gate
Pilot could have opted to return to the airport before engine failure escalated.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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Docket documents6

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