On February 25, 1990, a Cessna 140 (registration N2197V) operated by Bogar, Floyd was involved in an aviation accident near Vancouver, WA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: ENGINE LOSS OF POWER WAS DUE TO MOISTURE DAMAGE TO THE COILS IN THE MAGNETOES. DURING THE FORCED LANDING IN AN OPEN FIELD, THE AIRPLANE COLLIDED WITH A FENCE WHICH RESULTED IN SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An airplane on a ferry permit to a maintenance facility experienced an engine power loss. The pilot attempted a forced landing in an open field, during which the aircraft collided with a fence. Subsequent inspection found both magnetos failed bench testing, with moisture suspected to have damaged the coils.
Incident Overview
An aircraft operating under a ferry permit to a maintenance facility encountered a loss of engine power while en route. The pilot was unsuccessful in restarting the engine and executed a forced landing in an open field. During the landing roll, the airplane collided with a fence.
Post-Inspection Findings
Following the incident, an engine inspection was conducted. The magnetos were bench tested and both failed during the initial run. Further examination indicated that moisture may have penetrated the magnetos and damaged the coils.
Maintenance History
The airplane had not undergone any inspections since November 1981. No other mechanical failures or malfunctions were reported.