On June 17, 1984, a Cessna 172G (registration N5883R) was involved in an aviation accident near Goodridge, MN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate engine power, attributed to the carburetor heat control being off and a weak right magneto. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft was forced to land in a pasture after losing engine power. Investigation revealed the carburetor heat was off and the right magneto was weak.
What happened
The aircraft was compelled to execute an emergency landing in a farm pasture following a loss of engine power during flight.
The investigation
A post-accident examination of the aircraft revealed that the carburetor heat control was positioned off. Additionally, the right magneto was found to be significantly weak, producing a spark only at high revolutions per minute. The spark plugs showed evidence of operating for an extended period with an overly rich fuel mixture.
Findings
The condition of the carburetor heat being off likely contributed to engine performance issues. The weak right magneto further compromised ignition reliability. Evidence of a rich mixture operation was also noted on the spark plugs.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate engine power, attributed to the carburetor heat control being off and a weak right magneto.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 17 Jun 1984 Cessna 172G accident near Goodridge, MN?
An aircraft was forced to land in a pasture after losing engine power. Investigation revealed the carburetor heat was off and the right magneto was weak.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 17 Jun 1984 involved a Cessna 172G, registration N5883R, at Goodridge, MN.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate engine power, attributed to the carburetor heat control being off and a weak right magneto.
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