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Engine Failure During Takeoff Results in Field Landing (N8384Q)

Presque Isle, ME, US

On June 9, 1986, a Cessna U206 (registration N8384Q) was involved in an aviation accident near Presque Isle, ME. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be: a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-22Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft experienced engine failure shortly after takeoff, forcing the pilot to land in a wooded field. The right float and empennage sustained damage during the forced landing.

What happened

The pilot reported that the engine lost power approximately ten minutes after takeoff while the aircraft was operating at low altitude. Due to the mechanical failure, the pilot executed an emergency landing in a field surrounded by trees. During the landing sequence, the right float, the right wing, and the right side of the empennage sustained damage.

The investigation

A thorough examination of the aircraft was conducted to determine the cause of the power loss. Despite the inspection, no mechanical reason could be identified for the engine failure. The pilot reported that winds were from the northwest at 35 to 45 mph during the incident.

Probable cause

The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be: a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Engine failure

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Jun 1986 Cessna U206 accident near Presque Isle, ME?

An aircraft experienced engine failure shortly after takeoff, forcing the pilot to land in a wooded field. The right float and empennage sustained damage during the forced landing.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Jun 1986 involved a Cessna U206, registration N8384Q, at Presque Isle, ME.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be: a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X33996. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.