On December 2, 1987, a Grumman G-164A (registration N673U) was involved in an aviation accident near Williams, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
Shortly after takeoff, the engine lost power. The pilot performed a forced landing, during which the aircraft collided with a fence on hilly terrain. No mechanical failures were found. Weather conditions were conducive to carburetor icing.
Incident Overview
Shortly after takeoff, the engine experienced a loss of engine power. The pilot subsequently executed a forced landing. During the landing roll, the aircraft collided with a fence located on hilly terrain.
Engine Inspection
Following the incident, the engine was inspected. No mechanical failures or malfunctions were reported. The inspection did not identify any issues with the engine components or systems.
Weather Conditions
Weather conditions at the time were conducive to moderate carburetor icing at cruise power, or serious icing at glide power. The pilot was operating at cruise power (2000 RPM) at the time of the power loss.
What happened in the 2 Dec 1987 Grumman G-164A accident near Williams, CA?
Shortly after takeoff, the engine lost power. The pilot performed a forced landing, during which the aircraft collided with a fence on hilly terrain. No mechanical failures were found. Weather conditions were conducive to carburetor icing.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 2 Dec 1987 involved a Grumman G-164A, registration N673U, at Williams, CA.
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