No fatalities

Engine Power Loss During Agricultural Swath Run Leads to Crash (N6798Q)

Pullman, WA, US

On June 14, 1984, a Grumman G-164B-450 (registration N6798Q) was involved in an aviation accident near Pullman, WA. No fatalities were reported. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft performing a swath run entered a steep turn at 75 mph, lost engine power per witnesses, and crashed. Impact occurred left-wing-first on upward-sloping terrain, cartwheeling. Engine inspection found no cause for power loss.

Accident Sequence

The aircraft was conducting a swath run as part of agricultural operations. Following the run, it entered a steep turn with an airspeed of approximately 75 mph. According to two witnesses, the engine lost power during the turn, and the aircraft subsequently crashed.

The pilot was unable to recall any events from the time he entered the turn until he walked away from the crash site.

Impact and Terrain

Examination of the accident site revealed that the aircraft impacted near the ridge of upward sloping terrain. Initial contact was made with the left wing, after which the aircraft cartwheeled.

Investigation

An inspection of the engine was performed to determine the reason for the reported power loss. However, no mechanical cause was identified during the examination.

No further information regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, location, date, or occupant status was provided in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 Jun 1984 Grumman G-164B-450 accident near Pullman, WA?

An aircraft performing a swath run entered a steep turn at 75 mph, lost engine power per witnesses, and crashed. Impact occurred left-wing-first on upward-sloping terrain, cartwheeling. Engine inspection found no cause for power loss.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 Jun 1984 Grumman G-164B-450 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Jun 1984 involved a Grumman G-164B-450, registration N6798Q, at Pullman, WA.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X40139. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.