Casualties unknown

1984-05-14: Cessna 190 (N9854A) — St. Anne, IL

St. Anne, IL, US

On May 14, 1984, a Cessna 190 (registration N9854A) was involved in an aviation accident near St. Anne, IL. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards
Aircraft registered N9854A
Aircraft registered N9854A. Photo: Armchair Aviator's / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

During a second takeoff from a restricted landing area, the engine hesitated at 10 ft AGL. The pilot aborted and attempted to land on remaining runway but touched down in a plowed field, nosing over. Investigation found wrinkled right fuel tank bladder trapping water and a water-fuel mix in the carburetor.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that during the second takeoff from a restricted landing area, the engine hesitated at an altitude of approximately 10 feet above ground level (AGL). In response, the pilot aborted the takeoff and attempted to land on the remaining runway. However, the aircraft touched down in a plowed field, where it nosed over.

Investigation Findings

An investigation into the incident revealed issues related to fuel contamination. The right fuel tank bladder was found to contain wrinkles, and fluid—including water—was trapped between these wrinkles. Additionally, a mixture of water and 100LL fuel was drained from the carburetor.

Aircraft Condition

The aircraft sustained damage from the nose-over in the plowed field. No further details on aircraft type, registration, or extent of damage were provided in the investigation report.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X39513. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.