On June 24, 1993, a Cessna 172 (registration N7817X) operated by Peters, Donald W. was involved in an aviation accident near Statesville, NC. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The improper use of carburetor heat by the pilot. A factor in the accident was the carburetor icing conditions. 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 on a cross-country flight under overcast skies was forced to descend due to decreasing cloud heights. Carburetor icing was indicated, and an emergency landing resulted in the aircraft hitting a fence and nosing over.
Flight Details
The pilot was conducting a cross-country flight beneath overcast clouds. He reported being forced to descend as the cloud heights decreased.
Carburetor Icing Conditions
At the time, the temperature was 71°F and the dew point was 63°F. According to the carburetor icing probability chart, this combination indicates serious icing conditions at glide power. The pilot stated that he applied carburetor heat for three seconds on two separate occasions. When power was added, the engine problem worsened.
Emergency Landing
An emergency landing was executed. During the landing, the aircraft struck a fence and nosed over.
What happened in the 24 Jun 1993 Cessna 172 accident near Statesville, NC?
A pilot on a cross-country flight under overcast skies was forced to descend due to decreasing cloud heights. Carburetor icing was indicated, and an emergency landing resulted in the aircraft hitting a fence and nosing over.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 24 Jun 1993 involved a Cessna 172, registration N7817X, operated by Peters, Donald W., at Statesville, NC.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The improper use of carburetor heat by the pilot. A factor in the accident was the carburetor icing conditions.
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