On February 9, 1984, a Cessna 172 (registration N8544U) was involved in an aviation accident near Crown Point, IN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inability to maintain control during an off-airport forced landing following a total loss of engine power, for which no mechanical defect was found. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft nosed over during a forced landing after the engine lost power while cruising at 5,000 feet MSL. Post-accident inspection by a certified mechanic revealed no mechanical defects.
What happened
The aircraft experienced a complete loss of engine power while cruising at an altitude of 5,000 feet mean sea level (MSL). Prior to the total failure, the pilot reported that the engine had begun running roughly. Following the loss of power, the pilot attempted an off-airport forced landing. During this maneuver, the aircraft nosed over.
The investigation
A certified Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanic conducted a post-accident inspection of the aircraft's engine. The inspection was performed to determine if mechanical issues contributed to the power loss. The mechanic found no evidence of mechanical defects or abnormalities in the engine components examined.
Probable cause
The pilot's inability to maintain control during an off-airport forced landing following a total loss of engine power, for which no mechanical defect was found.
What happened in the 9 Feb 1984 Cessna 172 accident near Crown Point, IN?
An aircraft nosed over during a forced landing after the engine lost power while cruising at 5,000 feet MSL. Post-accident inspection by a certified mechanic revealed no mechanical defects.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 9 Feb 1984 involved a Cessna 172, registration N8544U, at Crown Point, IN.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's inability to maintain control during an off-airport forced landing following a total loss of engine power, for which no mechanical defect was found.
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