On April 18, 1992, a Cessna 172N (registration N172DG) operated by Aero Mech Flying Club was involved in an aviation accident near Blaine Hill, PA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: A LEAKING FUEL LINE WHICH RESULTED IN A POWER LOSS AND INFLIGHT FIRE. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE ROLLING TERRAIN. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot experienced a power loss and inflight fire, leading to a forced landing on rolling hills. Post-accident investigation revealed the flight was the first after a carburetor replacement. The fuel line was missing due to fire damage, but the leak's cause was undetermined.
Incident Details
The pilot reported a power loss and an inflight fire during the flight. A forced landing was initiated in an area characterized by rolling hills. During the landing, the airplane made contact with the ground on an upslope.
Post-Accident Investigation
Post-accident investigation disclosed that this was the first flight following the replacement of the carburetor. The fuel line located between the fuel strainer and the carburetor was not found during the examination, as it had been consumed by fire damage. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) noted that the fire was more intense in the vicinity of the carburetor. However, the actual cause of the fuel leak was not determined.
What happened in the 18 Apr 1992 Cessna 172N accident near Blaine Hill, PA?
A pilot experienced a power loss and inflight fire, leading to a forced landing on rolling hills. Post-accident investigation revealed the flight was the first after a carburetor replacement. The fuel line was missing due to fire damage, but the leak's cause was undetermined.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 18 Apr 1992 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N172DG, operated by Aero Mech Flying Club, at Blaine Hill, PA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
A LEAKING FUEL LINE WHICH RESULTED IN A POWER LOSS AND INFLIGHT FIRE. A FACTOR RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE ROLLING TERRAIN.
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