On March 3, 1992, a Stinson 108 (registration N97599) operated by Quinton, William E. was involved in an aviation accident near Heyworth, IL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: IMPROPER USE OF THE CARBURETOR HEAT CONTROL WHICH RESULTED IN CARBURETOR ICE AND SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF POWER. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE CARBURETOR ICING CONDITIONS WHICH EXISTED AT THE TIME OF THE ACCIDENT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
Shortly after takeoff at about 50 ft AGL, the aircraft experienced a loss of engine power, necessitating a forced landing in a field. The landing gear collapsed upon touchdown.
Accident Sequence
Shortly after takeoff, while climbing through an altitude of approximately 50 feet above ground level, the aircraft experienced a sudden loss of engine power. The pilot executed a forced landing in a nearby field. During the landing, the aircraft's landing gear collapsed.
Post-Accident Inspection
An inspection of the aircraft following the accident did not reveal any mechanical failure. However, the spark plugs were observed to be heavily coated with soot. Additionally, it was noted that the airplane was being operated with automotive gasoline at the time of the accident.
Meteorological Conditions
The weather conditions at the time of the accident were conducive to the formation of carburetor icing.
What happened in the 3 Mar 1992 Stinson 108 accident near Heyworth, IL?
Shortly after takeoff at about 50 ft AGL, the aircraft experienced a loss of engine power, necessitating a forced landing in a field. The landing gear collapsed upon touchdown.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 3 Mar 1992 involved a Stinson 108, registration N97599, operated by Quinton, William E., at Heyworth, IL.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
IMPROPER USE OF THE CARBURETOR HEAT CONTROL WHICH RESULTED IN CARBURETOR ICE AND SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF POWER. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE CARBURETOR ICING CONDITIONS WHICH EXISTED AT THE TIME OF THE ACCIDENT.
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