On June 23, 1993, a Beech B19 (registration N2157W) operated by General Aviation Services,inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Victoria, MN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO A JAMMED CARBURETOR FLOAT AND THE INABILITY OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN CLEARANCE DURING THE EMERGENCY LANDING. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot departing Flying Cloud Airport to check oil pressure experienced a complete engine power loss after reducing power from full to 2500 RPM. During an emergency landing on a gravel road, the aircraft struck a telephone pole while avoiding a parked vehicle.
Flight Details
A pilot departed from Flying Cloud Airport on a flight intended to verify satisfactory oil pressure indications at normal cruise power temperature. Approximately 20 minutes into the flight, the pilot initiated a slow descent back toward the airport.
Engine Failure
The pilot reported that about 30 seconds after reducing engine power from full power to 2500 RPM, the engine lost all power. No further details regarding the engine's operation or potential causes were provided in the source.
Emergency Landing
Following the power loss, the pilot chose to perform an emergency landing on a gravel road. During the landing, while attempting to avoid a vehicle parked on the road, the aircraft struck a telephone pole.