On November 2, 1993, a Piper PA-32RT-300T (registration N964ST) was involved in an aviation accident near Wrens, GA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: WAS THE FATIQUE FAILURE OF THE IDLER GEAR WHICH RESULTED IN THE COMPLETE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER. A FACTOR WAS THE DARK NIGHT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
After a 24-volt jump start, the airplane departed and later experienced a loss of engine power at 6,000 feet. The pilot requested vectors to the nearest airport but crashed inverted 1/4 mile short of the runway.
Incident Details
The pilot was unable to start the airplane. According to a line maintenance person, the pilot was asked whether he wanted a 12-volt or 24-volt jump start. The pilot chose a 24-volt jump start. After the airplane started, the flight departed without further incident.
In-Flight Power Loss
While cruising at 6,000 feet, the pilot reported a loss of engine power. The pilot informed departure control of the problem and requested vectors to the nearest airport.
Approach and Crash
The pilot was issued vectors to the Wrens Memorial Airport. The airplane crashed in an inverted attitude approximately one-quarter mile short of the runway.
What happened in the 2 Nov 1993 Piper PA-32RT-300T accident near Wrens, GA?
After a 24-volt jump start, the airplane departed and later experienced a loss of engine power at 6,000 feet. The pilot requested vectors to the nearest airport but crashed inverted 1/4 mile short of the runway.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 2 Nov 1993 involved a Piper PA-32RT-300T, registration N964ST, at Wrens, GA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
WAS THE FATIQUE FAILURE OF THE IDLER GEAR WHICH RESULTED IN THE COMPLETE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER. A FACTOR WAS THE DARK NIGHT.
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