On August 12, 1989, a Piper PA-22-150 (registration N7825D) operated by Lusk, Larry L. was involved in an aviation accident near Lima, OH. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT FAILED TO USE CARBURETOR HEAT DURING CARBURETOR ICING CONDITIONS. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE AND THE CARBURETOR ICING CONDITIONS. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
While maneuvering near his destination airstrip, the pilot reported a brief rough engine run followed by complete failure. The aircraft descended through trees and came to rest in a creek. Investigation found no pre-existing mechanical issues but noted conditions conducive to carburetor ice.
Incident Overview
According to the pilot's account, the aircraft experienced a brief period of rough engine operation while maneuvering in the vicinity of his destination private airstrip. Shortly thereafter, the engine failed completely. During the subsequent emergency landing, the aircraft descended through trees before coming to rest in a creek.
Post-Accident Investigation
A post-accident investigation revealed no indication of pre-existing mechanical difficulty with the engine. Weather conditions at the time of the accident were conducive to the development of moderate to serious carburetor ice. The reported temperature was 81 degrees Fahrenheit with a dewpoint of 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
Pilot Actions
There was no evidence that the pilot had applied carburetor heat or performed any other emergency or restart procedures during the event.
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