Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA-28-140 near Abbeville, LA — 2008-08-15

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Date
2008-08-15
Location
Abbeville, LA, USA
Aircraft
PIPER PA-28-140
Registration
N8323R
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

A total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.

NTSB narrative

The single-engine airplane experienced a total loss of engine power shortly after takeoff. The pilot attempted to restart the engine to no avail. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the landing gear, both wings, and engine firewall during the forced landing. The pilot who had purchased the airplane on the morning of the accident, the sole passenger, and the flight instructor were able to exit the airplane unassisted. A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector examined the airplane. The fuel selector was found in the "Right Tank" position; however, due to impact damage, verification of the right tank fuel quantity was not possible. The reason for the loss of engine power could not be determined.

NTSB coding

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