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Pilot Forces Landing in Rice Field After Engine Power Loss (N9693)

Kinder, LA, US

On May 26, 1984, a Grumman G-164A (registration N9693) was involved in an aviation accident near Kinder, LA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inability to maintain engine power while flying through heavy precipitation, which resulted in a forced landing. 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 2026-06-23Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot experienced engine power loss while flying through heavy rain during a fertilizer dispensing operation, resulting in a forced landing in a flooded rice field where the aircraft nosed over.

What happened

The pilot reported that he was engaged in an agricultural operation to dispense fertilizer when the incident occurred. While flying through a heavy rain shower, the engine began to lose power. The pilot executed a forced landing in a nearby flooded rice field. During the landing sequence, the aircraft nosed over.

The investigation

Following the accident, the pilot provided a statement regarding the cause of the mechanical failure. He stated that he was certain the magnetos became wet due to the rain shower and partially shorted out, leading to the loss of engine power.

Probable cause

The pilot's inability to maintain engine power while flying through heavy precipitation, which resulted in a forced landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 May 1984 Grumman G-164A accident near Kinder, LA?

A pilot experienced engine power loss while flying through heavy rain during a fertilizer dispensing operation, resulting in a forced landing in a flooded rice field where the aircraft nosed over.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 May 1984 involved a Grumman G-164A, registration N9693, at Kinder, LA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's inability to maintain engine power while flying through heavy precipitation, which resulted in a forced landing.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X39605. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.