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Engine Power Loss Leads to Forced Landing and Nose-Over in Rice Field (N7993)

Garwood, TX, US

On August 13, 1993, a Grumman-schweizer G-164A (registration N7993) was involved in an aviation accident near Garwood, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PARTIAL POWER LOSS FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN ONTO WHICH A FORCED LANDING COULD BE EXECUTED. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

Shortly after takeoff, the engine began backfiring and running rough. The pilot's remedial actions did not restore power, leading to a forced landing in a rice field where the airplane nosed over. The cause of the power loss was not determined.

Sequence of Events

Shortly after takeoff, the engine began backfiring and running rough. The pilot attempted remedial actions, but these did not alleviate the power loss. The pilot was unable to sustain level flight and determined that a forced landing was necessary.

Forced Landing

The only available landing option was a rice field. The pilot executed a forced landing in that field. During the landing roll, the airplane nosed over.

Investigation

Investigators were unable to determine the reason for the power loss because the operator had disposed of the engine before it could be examined. No further details regarding the aircraft, operator, or location were provided.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Aug 1993 Grumman-schweizer G-164A accident near Garwood, TX?

Shortly after takeoff, the engine began backfiring and running rough. The pilot's remedial actions did not restore power, leading to a forced landing in a rice field where the airplane nosed over. The cause of the power loss was not determined.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Aug 1993 involved a Grumman-schweizer G-164A, registration N7993, at Garwood, TX.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PARTIAL POWER LOSS FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN ONTO WHICH A FORCED LANDING COULD BE EXECUTED.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X13155. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.