Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 182 near Skiatook, OK — 2009-05-23

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Date
2009-05-23
Location
Skiatook, OK, USA
Airport
2F6
Aircraft
CESSNA 182
Registration
N4892D
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Phase of flight
Initial climb

Probable cause

Loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.

NTSB narrative

The pilot stated that after departure and climbing to approximately 200 feet, the engine lost power and the airplane began to descend. During the forced landing the airplane struck a power line and impacted terrain resulting in substantial damage. An examination of the engine controls revealed no anomalies. The reason for loss of engine power could not be determined.

Analysis

Primary failure mode
Engine power loss
First missed decision gate
Pilot could have conducted a thorough preflight inspection for fuel contamination.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 2 docket documents
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Docket documents2

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