On January 4, 1987, a Cessna 414 (registration N345TR) operated by Jim Mink was involved in an aviation accident near Gallipolis, OH. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft in the traffic pattern experienced a dual engine failure. The pilot's attempts to restart the engines were unsuccessful, and the propellers were not feathered, causing a faster descent. After pulling up to avoid a collision with a vehicle on the intended landing road, the aircraft crashed short of the runway. The wreckage examination revealed no aircraft problems; the exact cause of the dual engine failure was not determined.
Accident Sequence
The flight was established in the traffic pattern when the pilot experienced a dual engine failure. The pilot attempted to restart the engines but failed. Additionally, the pilot failed to feather the propellers, which created an aerodynamic condition that allowed the aircraft to descend faster than normal. The aircraft crashed short of the runway after pulling up to avoid a collision with an automobile on the road of intended landing.
Investigation Findings
A wreckage examination was conducted and did not disclose any aircraft problems. The exact reason for the dual engine failure was not determined.