On January 21, 1984, a Beech A35 (registration N560B) was involved in an aviation accident near Renton, WA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft was damaged during a forced landing after the engine quit due to oil pressure loss. Post-accident inspection revealed a failed #2 cylinder journal.
Accident Details
The aircraft was damaged during a forced landing after the engine stopped running following takeoff. The pilot reported noticing the oil pressure drop to zero a few minutes after takeoff. While turning back to the airport, the engine quit. The pilot did not lower the landing gear because the aircraft was over water. Touchdown was made approximately 30 feet from the water's edge in an open field.
Post-Accident Inspection
During the post-accident investigation, the journal for the #2 cylinder was found to have failed. This failure caused the connecting rod to strike the crankcase, creating a hole through which the engine oil escaped. The #2 cylinder journal was found to be burnt where the bearing failed.
What happened in the 21 Jan 1984 Beech A35 accident near Renton, WA?
An aircraft was damaged during a forced landing after the engine quit due to oil pressure loss. Post-accident inspection revealed a failed #2 cylinder journal.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 21 Jan 1984 involved a Beech A35, registration N560B, at Renton, WA.
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