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Partial Fuel Starvation from Carburetor Gasket Leak Leads to Runway Excursion (N8419G)

Dodgeville, WI, US

On October 16, 1983, a Piper PA-28-181 (registration N8419G) was involved in an aviation accident near Dodgeville, WI. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

After takeoff, a pilot heard engine power loss and aborted, but the aircraft overran the runway, hit an object, and entered a ravine. Inspection found a carburetor gasket leak causing partial fuel starvation.

Event Summary

Shortly after lifting off, the pilot heard a pronounced decrease in engine noise and observed that the tachometer indication had dropped to 1950 RPM. The pilot elected to abort the takeoff but was unable to stop the aircraft on the remaining runway. After departing the runway, the aircraft struck an object and ran into a ravine before coming to rest.

Findings

Examination of the Marvel Shebler carburetor, model MA4SPA, revealed a leak in the gasket with part number 16-A48. Evidence indicated that this leak would result in partial fuel starvation, consistent with the reported loss of engine power.

Engine failureFuel exhaustion & starvation

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Oct 1983 Piper PA-28-181 accident near Dodgeville, WI?

After takeoff, a pilot heard engine power loss and aborted, but the aircraft overran the runway, hit an object, and entered a ravine. Inspection found a carburetor gasket leak causing partial fuel starvation.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Oct 1983 involved a Piper PA-28-181, registration N8419G, at Dodgeville, WI.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X44761. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.