Engine power loss during final approach leads to aircraft impact…

Engine power loss during final approach leads to aircraft impact

Casualties unknown • Youngstown, OH, US

An aircraft experienced a total loss of engine power during its final approach to the runway, resulting in a ground impact and serious injuries to the pilot.

What happened

While on final approach to the runway, the aircraft experienced a total loss of engine power. The aircraft impacted the ground approximately 25 feet short of the approach end of the runway in a nosedown attitude. The impact resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft and caused serious injuries to the pilot.

The investigation

An examination of the scene and the aircraft provided several key details regarding the state of the engine and fuel supply. A police report indicated that there was no fuel present in the tank, nor was any fuel found on the ground surrounding the wreckage. Additionally, investigators noted that the propeller blades were not bent, which appeared consistent with an engine that was not running at the time of the crash.

Probable cause

The aircraft ran out of fuel during the final approach to the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1988-08-27 Piper J-3 accident near Youngstown, OH?

An aircraft experienced a total loss of engine power during its final approach to the runway, resulting in a ground impact and serious injuries to the pilot.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1988-08-27 involved a Piper J-3, registration N38346, operated by Price, David M., at Youngstown, OH.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft ran out of fuel during the final approach to the runway.

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