Casualties unknown

Aircraft Collides with Powerline, Trees, and Truck Following Takeoff Power Loss (CGOXD)

Ft.lauderdale, FL, US

On January 13, 1987, a Cessna 182 (registration CGOXD) was involved in an aviation accident near Ft.lauderdale, FL. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft being ferried for sale experienced a complete power loss after takeoff, colliding with a powerline, trees, and a truck. Water was drained from the fuel system during pre-flight and again after the accident.

Accident Overview

An aircraft sustained a complete power loss immediately after takeoff, leading to a collision with a powerline, trees, and a truck. The aircraft was being ferried to a new owner for sale and had not been flown for approximately two months prior to the flight.

Pre-Flight Inspection

During the pre-flight inspection, the pilot reported draining a quantity of water from the aircraft's fuel system.

Post-Accident Findings

Following the accident, the fuel system sumps were drained again, and a quantity of water was once more obtained from the system.

Investigation

The investigation into the accident is ongoing, focusing on the circumstances surrounding the power loss and fuel system condition.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Jan 1987 Cessna 182 accident near Ft.lauderdale, FL?

An aircraft being ferried for sale experienced a complete power loss after takeoff, colliding with a powerline, trees, and a truck. Water was drained from the fuel system during pre-flight and again after the accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Jan 1987 involved a Cessna 182, registration CGOXD, at Ft.lauderdale, FL.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X30123. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.