Pilot Debrief

MARLMAN STOL CH 801 near Fort Morgan, CO — 2009-03-14

Final reportCEN09LA214
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Date
2009-03-14
Location
Fort Morgan, CO, USA
Airport
FMM
Aircraft
MARLMAN STOL CH 801
Registration
N130WM
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The complete loss of engine power, as reported by the pilot, for undetermined reasons.

NTSB narrative

Shortly after rotation and about 50 feet above the runway, the airplane's engine experienced a total loss of power. The pilot pitched the airplane's nose over, but was unable to arrest the descent before impacting the runway. The airplane came to rest in a nose-down position and both occupants were able to exit unassisted. Following the airplane's recovery, the engine was started and operated from idle through 2,500 rpm with no observed problems. An examination of the fuel tank, the fuel filter, and the fuel lines failed to reveal any anomalies or obstructions which would have restricted the fuel flow. The reason for the loss of engine power could not be determined.

NTSB coding

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