Pilot Debrief

Jones Kitfox III near Rockford, IL — 2012-08-19

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Date
2012-08-19
Location
Rockford, IL, USA
Airport
1C8
Aircraft
Jones Kitfox III
Registration
N942EJ
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's improper installation of a spark plug, which led to a partial loss of engine power after takeoff and the resultant forced landing.

NTSB narrative

The airplane experienced a partial loss of engine power shortly after takeoff, and the pilot performed a forced landing to a field. Postaccident examination of the engine revealed that a spark plug that the pilot installed about 2 flight hours before the accident had loosened and separated from its cylinder during the accident takeoff. The pilot stated that the accident could have been prevented if the spark plugs were tightened and rechecked when they were installed.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 2 docket documents
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Docket documents2

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