On July 5, 1990, a Beech C24R (registration N2249L) was involved in an aviation accident near Brunswick, NC. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: ENGINE MALFUNCTION FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS THE UNSEEN DITCH WITH WHICH THE AIRPLANE COLLIDED. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A single-engine airplane experienced an engine failure during initial climb after takeoff, resulting in a forced landing in a soybean field and collision with a ditch.
Accident Details
During the initial climb after takeoff, the engine of a general aviation airplane ceased to operate. The pilot executed a forced landing in a soybean field. During the landing roll, the airplane struck a ditch.
Investigation Findings
Post-accident examination revealed that the spark plugs were soot-colored. Continuity of the engine drive train was confirmed. According to the pilot's operating manual, the boost pump should be switched off for takeoff. However, investigators determined that operating the boost pump concurrently with the engine-driven pump would not have enriched the fuel mixture. No specific reason for the reported engine malfunction could be determined.
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