On September 7, 1983, a Grumman G-164A (registration N4698) was involved in an aviation accident near Estill, SC. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a swath run, the pilot aborted the mission due to power loss. The engine subsequently quit, forcing a landing in a field. Investigation revealed a broken oil ring and water in the carburetor.
Incident Overview
A pilot aborted a swath run after the aircraft began to lose power and initiated a return to the airport for landing. However, the engine stopped running before reaching the airport, and the pilot performed a landing in a field. The landing resulted in extensive damage to the aircraft.
Investigation Findings
An investigation of the engine found that the oil ring on the #3 piston was broken but remained in the piston groove. No damage was noted to the piston land or cylinder wall. A partial disassembly of the carburetor revealed approximately 2 ounces of fluid in the bowl, of which roughly one-quarter was water. Aside from some soot on the spark plugs, no other discrepancies related to the engine were found.
What happened in the 7 Sept 1983 Grumman G-164A accident near Estill, SC?
During a swath run, the pilot aborted the mission due to power loss. The engine subsequently quit, forcing a landing in a field. Investigation revealed a broken oil ring and water in the carburetor.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 7 Sept 1983 involved a Grumman G-164A, registration N4698, at Estill, SC.
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