On December 26, 1992, a Cessna T210L (registration N5159Q) operated by Cochran, William P. was involved in an aviation accident near Coleman, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the loss of engine power could not be determined. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A private pilot lost engine power while practicing an NDB approach and landed in a field, causing the aircraft to nose over after the gear sank into soft ground.
What happened
During a training flight focused on practicing non-directional beacon (NDB) approaches, the private pilot encountered an unexpected loss of engine power. With the airport no longer reachable, the pilot identified an open field as the only viable landing site and elected to land there.
During the landing roll, the nose gear sank into the soft ground. This caused the airplane to nosed over into an inverted position.
The investigation
Investigators examined the aircraft and the circumstances surrounding the incident to determine the root cause of the power loss. Despite thorough examination, the specific cause of the engine failure could not be determined.
Probable cause
The cause of the loss of engine power could not be determined.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 26 Dec 1992 Cessna T210L accident near Coleman, TX?
A private pilot lost engine power while practicing an NDB approach and landed in a field, causing the aircraft to nose over after the gear sank into soft ground.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 26 Dec 1992 involved a Cessna T210L, registration N5159Q, operated by Cochran, William P., at Coleman, TX.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The cause of the loss of engine power could not be determined.
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