Casualties unknown

Emergency Landing Results in Terrain Impact After Partial Power Loss (N5572J)

Moran, MI, US

On September 5, 1992, a Piper PA-32-260 (registration N5572J) operated by Bedour Construction was involved in an aviation accident near Moran, MI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The partial loss of power during cruise, which resulted in the pilot's inability to maintain altitude and subsequent forced landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot reported a partial loss of power during normal cruise flight and was unable to determine the cause. He selected a field for an emergency landing, but the aircraft impacted the terrain upon touchdown.

What happened

The airplane was operating in normal cruise conditions when it experienced a partial loss of power. The pilot indicated that he was unable to determine the cause and selected a field for an emergency landing. During touchdown the airplane impacted the terrain.

Findings

Subsequent to the accident no usable fuel was found in the fuel tank selected.

Probable cause

The partial loss of power during cruise, which resulted in the pilot's inability to maintain altitude and subsequent forced landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 Sept 1992 Piper PA-32-260 accident near Moran, MI?

A pilot reported a partial loss of power during normal cruise flight and was unable to determine the cause. He selected a field for an emergency landing, but the aircraft impacted the terrain upon touchdown.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 Sept 1992 involved a Piper PA-32-260, registration N5572J, operated by Bedour Construction, at Moran, MI.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The partial loss of power during cruise, which resulted in the pilot's inability to maintain altitude and subsequent forced landing.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X15652. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.