Pilot Debrief

QUICKSILVER GT400 near Bolingbrook, IL — 2011-09-10

Final reportCEN11LA656
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Date
2011-09-10
Location
Bolingbrook, IL, USA
Airport
1C5
Aircraft
QUICKSILVER GT400
Registration
N2590A
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0
Phase of flight
Initial climb

Probable cause

The loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined during postaccident examination of the engine or airframe.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that following a slight reduction in engine power during climb-out a crackling sound was heard. The pilot stated that the engine then “faltered.” He moved the throttle full forward and there was no improvement in engine performance, so he made an off-field landing. The airplane was not operating in conditions favorable for the formation of carburetor icing, and the engine did not exhibit any anomalies during a postaccident engine run. The reason for the loss of engine power could not be determined.

Analysis

Primary failure mode
Engine power loss
First missed decision gate
Pilot could have checked fuel system for anomalies before flight.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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  • 6 docket documents
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Docket documents6

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