Casualties unknown

Engine Power Loss During NDB Approach Leads to Crash Landing (N9249Y)

Beverly, MA, US

On October 21, 1987, a Piper PA-31-310 (registration N9249Y) was involved in an aviation accident near Beverly, MA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During an NDB approach, the pilot reported the left engine lost power while turning to final. Attempts to add power worsened the situation, leading to a crash landing with left wing first contact. No cause for the power loss was determined.

Accident Overview

During an NDB approach, the pilot reported that the aircraft broke out of the clouds slightly above minimums. The pilot maneuvered to land from a close-in base leg. While executing a left turn to final approach, the left engine began losing power.

Sequence of Events

According to the pilot, as he tried to roll out on final approach, there was a lack of response to control inputs. Attempts to add power worsened the situation. Subsequently, the aircraft contacted the runway left wing first and crash landed. During the sequence, the left main landing gear collapsed and the right engine folded under the right wing.

Investigation Findings

The investigation found no reason for the left engine to lose power.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Oct 1987 Piper PA-31-310 accident near Beverly, MA?

During an NDB approach, the pilot reported the left engine lost power while turning to final. Attempts to add power worsened the situation, leading to a crash landing with left wing first contact. No cause for the power loss was determined.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Oct 1987 involved a Piper PA-31-310, registration N9249Y, at Beverly, MA.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X32428. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.