On November 27, 1984, a Beech C24R (registration N6713D) was involved in an aviation accident near Glendale, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft experienced a loss of engine power and made a forced landing on a street. During landing, the vertical stabilizer tip snagged a guy wire. Investigation revealed fuel pump discrepancies including a missing carbon vane.
Accident Narrative
The pilot experienced a loss of engine power and executed a forced landing on a street. While landing, the tip of the vertical stabilizer snagged a guy wire that crossed the street. The aircraft came to rest on the street.
Maintenance Issues
The aircraft owner reported that the electrical fuel pump required a rotor and body kit. He purchased a kit that did not have a yellow overhaul tag. Personnel from the operator then overhauled, assembled, and installed the fuel pump. The operator was not an FAA-certified accessory repair station.
Subsequent examination of the electric fuel pump revealed numerous discrepancies, including a missing carbon vane. The missing vane was later found in the engine-driven fuel pump screen.