Casualties unknown

1991-07-06: Beech F33A (N334E) — Cutter Aviation, Inc. — Wickenberg, AZ

Wickenberg, AZ, US

On July 6, 1991, a Beech F33A (registration N334E) operated by Cutter Aviation, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Wickenberg, AZ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. A FACTOR WAS THE UNSUITABLE TERRAIN. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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Aircraft registered N334E
Aircraft registered N334E. Photo: gordon hunter from Nanaimo, BC, Canada / CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

A student pilot with 75 flight hours reported an engine power loss during climb, leading to a forced landing on rough terrain. FAA inspection found no discrepancies and the engine ran successfully.

Accident Overview

On an unspecified date, a student pilot experienced a complete loss of engine power during the climb phase of a flight. The pilot, who had accumulated a total of 75 hours of aeronautical flight experience, reported that the airplane's fuel-injected engine suddenly lost all power. Attempts to restart the engine were unsuccessful, prompting a forced landing onto rough terrain.

Pilot Report

According to the pilot's account, the engine failure occurred while the aircraft was climbing. The pilot stated that she was unable to restore engine power despite her restart efforts. Subsequently, she executed a forced landing on rough terrain, which is typically characterized by uneven ground and obstacles. No further details about the landing, such as damage or injuries, were provided in the report.

FAA Examination

Following the incident, inspectors from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) conducted a thorough examination of the airplane's fuel system, engine, and accessories. Their inspection revealed no discrepancies or malfunctions in any of the components. The engine was subsequently test-run successfully, confirming its operational integrity. As a result, no mechanical or system failures were identified that could explain the reported power loss.

Outcome

The incident concluded with no evidence of any pre-existing or post-accident mechanical issues. The FAA examination did not find any faults that would have caused the engine to lose power, and the successful test run suggested that the engine was functioning normally. The exact cause of the power loss remains undetermined based on the available information.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X17584. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.