Pilot Debrief

Kenneth K Knowles Sonex near Cottonwood, AZ — 2009-03-18

Final reportWPR09CA152
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Date
2009-03-18
Location
Cottonwood, AZ, USA
Airport
P52
Aircraft
Kenneth K Knowles Sonex
Registration
N997KK
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.

NTSB narrative

The pilot experienced a total loss of engine power during the first takeoff of the newly completed homebuilt experimental airplane. The pilot attempted to restart the engine but was unsuccessful. He then executed a forced landing in an open field. During the landing sequence the airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing when it struck scrub chaparral. Post examination of the airplane and engine by an FAA inspector did not reveal any pre-impact malfunctions that would explain the loss of power.

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