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Emergency Landing After Go-Around Due to Carburetor Issue (N7127L)

Port Orchard, WA, US

On April 30, 1990, a Grumman AA-5 (registration N7127L) operated by Gower Flying Service was involved in an aviation accident near Port Orchard, WA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The wrong type of carburetor was installed on the engine, and the carburetor float would 'hang up' intermittently. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

After a low approach to check the runway, a pilot initiated a go-around at 100-200 feet when the engine lost power. An emergency landing in a logged-out area resulted in damage. Investigation found an incorrect carburetor with a hanging float.

Incident

Following arrival, the pilot decided to perform a low approach over the airport to inspect the runway. As the go-around was initiated at an altitude of approximately 100 to 200 feet above ground level, the engine began running roughly and failed to produce sufficient power to sustain flight. The pilot executed an emergency landing on a logged-out area. During the landing, the aircraft struck small trees and stumps, resulting in damage.

Investigation

An investigation revealed that the wrong type of carburetor had been installed on the engine. Additionally, the carburetor float was found to intermittently 'hang up,' which likely contributed to the power loss.

Probable cause

The wrong type of carburetor was installed on the engine, and the carburetor float would 'hang up' intermittently.
Maintenance error

Related events

Same operator

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Apr 1990 Grumman AA-5 accident near Port Orchard, WA?

After a low approach to check the runway, a pilot initiated a go-around at 100-200 feet when the engine lost power. An emergency landing in a logged-out area resulted in damage. Investigation found an incorrect carburetor with a hanging float.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Apr 1990 involved a Grumman AA-5, registration N7127L, operated by Gower Flying Service, at Port Orchard, WA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The wrong type of carburetor was installed on the engine, and the carburetor float would 'hang up' intermittently.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X23036. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.