On April 27, 1986, a Piper PA-25-150 (registration N6242Z) operated by Flight Banner's, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Braselton, GA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a banner tow flight, the engine rpm decreased and subsequently quit. The pilot landed in a field of an auto race track, striking a telephone pole during the landing roll.
Incident Summary
A pilot reported that while conducting a banner tow flight, the engine rpm decreased and the engine subsequently quit. The pilot executed a landing in a field located within an auto race track. During the landing roll, the airplane struck a telephone pole.
Circumstances
At the time of the incident, the temperature was 92 degrees Fahrenheit, and the density altitude was 3,300 feet. Automotive fuel was being used in the airplane. The temperature on preceding days had been much cooler. The conditions were described as conducive to carburetor icing.
Investigation
The operator failed to notify the investigator when the airplane was recovered, which prevented further examination of the engine. No additional details about the aircraft or flight were provided in the investigation report.