On January 22, 1994, a Piper PA-32RT-300T (registration N39505) was involved in an aviation accident near Newberry, MI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: an engine fire which started as the result of an oil leak around the engine oil filter. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
Shortly after takeoff, a propeller overspeed and smoke prompted a return attempt. The engine stopped, leading to a forced landing in a wooded area. The airplane was consumed by fire. Investigation found an intense fire near the turbocharger.
Event Sequence
Shortly after takeoff, while climbing to the assigned altitude, the propeller began to overspeed. The pilot elected to return to the departure airport. Smoke then began to fill the cockpit, and the engine stopped. The pilot executed a forced landing in a wooded area. After landing, the airplane was consumed by fire.
Investigation Findings
The investigation revealed an intense fire in the engine accessory section near the turbocharger. The oil and oil filter had been changed three days before the accident. The only flight since the oil change was a two-hour flight on the morning of the accident. The oil filter is located on the accessory case near the turbocharger.
What happened in the 22 Jan 1994 Piper PA-32RT-300T accident near Newberry, MI?
Shortly after takeoff, a propeller overspeed and smoke prompted a return attempt. The engine stopped, leading to a forced landing in a wooded area. The airplane was consumed by fire. Investigation found an intense fire near the turbocharger.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 22 Jan 1994 involved a Piper PA-32RT-300T, registration N39505, at Newberry, MI.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
an engine fire which started as the result of an oil leak around the engine oil filter.
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