On June 27, 1985, a Piper PA-28-236 (registration N8253C) was involved in an aviation accident near Ajo, AZ. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a start attempt in 118°F conditions, a fire erupted in the engine compartment. Occupants evacuated safely and walked a quarter mile for help. Fire crews extinguished the blaze 15 minutes later, but the aircraft was nearly consumed.
Incident Overview
While attempting to start the engine for a planned air taxi flight under conditions including an outside air temperature of 118 degrees Fahrenheit, a fire erupted in the engine compartment. The occupants safely evacuated the aircraft and had to walk one-quarter of a mile to obtain assistance.
Firefighting Response
Fifteen minutes after the fire began, fire trucks from the volunteer fire department arrived on scene and extinguished the fire. The aircraft was virtually consumed by the fire.
Origin of Fire
The fuel-fed fire's point of origin in the engine compartment was not ascertained.
What happened in the 27 Jun 1985 Piper PA-28-236 accident near Ajo, AZ?
During a start attempt in 118°F conditions, a fire erupted in the engine compartment. Occupants evacuated safely and walked a quarter mile for help. Fire crews extinguished the blaze 15 minutes later, but the aircraft was nearly consumed.
Were there any fatalities in the 27 Jun 1985 Piper PA-28-236 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 27 Jun 1985 involved a Piper PA-28-236, registration N8253C, at Ajo, AZ.
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