On June 16, 1991, a Cessna 120 (registration N9008X) operated by Fairchild, Timothy J. was involved in an aviation accident near Spirit Lake, IA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Engine failure due to carburetor icing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
Shortly after takeoff, the aircraft engine sputtered and lost power, leading to an emergency landing attempt that resulted in a nose-over. Post-accident inspection found no mechanical failure, with carburetor icing identified as a likely factor.
The pilot reported that shortly after takeoff, the engine began to sputter and lose power before quitting entirely. An emergency landing was attempted which resulted in a nose-over.
Post accident inspection found no mechanical failure or malfunction.
Meteorological conditions were conducive for carburetor icing at the time.
Engine failure due to carburetor icing.
Shortly after takeoff, the aircraft engine sputtered and lost power, leading to an emergency landing attempt that resulted in a nose-over. Post-accident inspection found no mechanical failure, with carburetor icing identified as a likely factor.
The accident on 16 Jun 1991 involved a Cessna 120, registration N9008X, operated by Fairchild, Timothy J., at Spirit Lake, IA.
Engine failure due to carburetor icing.
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