On January 28, 1988, a Cessna 195 (registration N1071D) operated by James T. Harris was involved in an aviation accident near Rolla, MO. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a personal flight, the engine progressively lost power shortly after takeoff. The pilot performed an emergency landing in a pasture, but the aircraft struck a tree during the landing roll, substantially damaging the right wing.
Incident Overview
Shortly after takeoff on a personal flight, the engine experienced a progressive loss of power. The pilot in command (PIC) initiated an emergency landing in a pasture. During the landing roll, the aircraft collided with a tree, resulting in substantial damage to the right wing.
Post-Accident Inspection
A post-accident inspection of the aircraft failed to identify the reason for the power loss. The pilot reported that the engine was still idling during the landing. He also stated that the carburetor heat was activated during takeoff and was functioning properly.
Flight Details
According to the pilot, the maximum altitude attained during the flight was approximately 150 feet above ground level (AGL). The landing was attempted shortly after the power loss began.