On April 14, 1986, a Cessna 340 (registration N1707G) operated by Sunny South Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Ocala, FL. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a training flight, a go-around was commanded on short final. The pilot added power but the right engine did not respond. After throttling back, the aircraft veered right off the runway, landing on grass and striking a ditch. Post-accident examination found no mechanical fault in the right engine.
Accident Summary
A multi-engine aircraft veered off the runway during a go-around maneuver after the right engine failed to respond to power application. The incident occurred while the aircraft was on a combination business and training flight.
Sequence of Events
The instructor, seated in the right seat, commanded the other pilot to execute a VFR go-around while the aircraft was on short final. In response, the other pilot added power to both engines. However, he noticed that the right engine did not respond to the throttle input. He then retarded both throttles. Subsequently, the aircraft veered to the right and departed the runway surface. The aircraft landed on the grass and struck a ditch.
Post-Accident Examination
Following the accident, an examination of the right engine was conducted. The inspection revealed no mechanical malfunction or failure. The engine was found to be in working order.