On August 1, 1984, a Stinson 108-1 (registration N8280K) was involved in an aviation accident near Bountiful, UT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
After an uneventful runup, a pilot took off and climbed to 400 feet AGL when the engine lost power. Carburetor heat did not restore power, leading to an emergency landing in a field that damaged the right wing and landing gear. A mechanic later found the carburetor full of water and noted fueling with a GI-type gasoline can.
Accident Narrative
Prior to departure, the pilot conducted an engine runup that was uneventful. The takeoff and initial climb proceeded normally until the aircraft reached an altitude of about 400 feet above ground level. At that point, the engine began to lose power. The pilot attempted to remedy the situation by engaging the carburetor heat, but this action did not resolve the power loss. With the engine unable to sustain flight, the pilot executed an emergency landing in a nearby field. The landing resulted in damage to the right wing and right landing gear.
Post-Accident Examination
Following the accident, a mechanic examined the engine. The mechanic reported that the carburetor was completely filled with water. Furthermore, the mechanic indicated that the pilot had refueled the airplane using a GI-type gasoline can.
What happened in the 1 Aug 1984 Stinson 108-1 accident near Bountiful, UT?
After an uneventful runup, a pilot took off and climbed to 400 feet AGL when the engine lost power. Carburetor heat did not restore power, leading to an emergency landing in a field that damaged the right wing and landing gear. A mechanic later found the carburetor full of water and noted fueling with a GI-type…
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 1 Aug 1984 involved a Stinson 108-1, registration N8280K, at Bountiful, UT.
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