Casualties unknown

Precautionary Landing Following In-Flight Power Loss (N58395)

Kunia, Oahu, HI, US

On November 19, 1985, a Hughes 369D (registration N58395) was involved in an aviation accident near Kunia, Oahu, HI. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot executed a precautionary landing after detecting engine power loss during cruise. The aircraft touched down hard with excessive speed, though the cause of the power failure remained undetermined.

What happened

The pilot was cruising when they detected a loss of engine power and elected to make a precautionary landing. During the landing flare, engine power was lost again. The aircraft touched down hard with excessive ground speed.

The investigation

An examination of the aircraft's fuel control valve governor failed to disclose any irregularities.

Findings

The reason for the reported loss of power is undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Nov 1985 Hughes 369D accident near Kunia, Oahu, HI?

A pilot executed a precautionary landing after detecting engine power loss during cruise. The aircraft touched down hard with excessive speed, though the cause of the power failure remained undetermined.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Nov 1985 involved a Hughes 369D, registration N58395, at Kunia, Oahu, HI.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X38266. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.