What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1994-01-31 involved a Cessna 210L, registration N810BP, operated by John L. Golden, at Chesterfield, MO.

Engine Power Loss on Final Approach Results in Terrain Strike Short of Runway (N810BP)

On January 31, 1994, a Cessna 210L (registration N810BP) operated by John L. Golden was involved in an aviation accident near Chesterfield, MO. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S POORLY PLANNED APPROACH. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR AN UNDETERMINED REASON. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

A passenger/owner reported complete engine power loss during final approach. The pilot attempted to restart by switching fuel tanks and adjusting throttle but failed. The aircraft struck terrain 700 feet short of the 7,000-foot runway.

Incident Overview

According to the passenger and owner of the aircraft, the engine lost all power while the airplane was on final approach to landing. The pilot in command (PIC) attempted to restore power by switching fuel tanks and pumping the throttle, but these actions were unsuccessful in restarting the engine. The aircraft subsequently struck terrain approximately 700 feet short of the 7,000-foot runway.

Engine Examination

Following the incident, the engine was removed from the airplane and placed on a test stand. When started, the engine ran without any observed anomalies. No issues were detected during the test run.

Passenger Report

The passenger, who is also the owner of the aircraft, provided the account of the power loss and the pilot's actions. The report did not specify the cause of the power loss.

Operational Context

The incident occurred during the final approach phase, with the runway length measured at 7,000 feet. The point of impact was recorded as roughly 700 feet short of the runway threshold. No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, date, location, or other operational parameters were provided in the initial report.

1994-01-31: Cessna 210L (N810BP) — John L. Golden — Chesterfield, MO