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Engine Power Loss and Forced Landing During Agricultural Flight (N48386)

Casscoe, AR, US

On May 24, 1994, a Grumman G-164B (registration N48386) was involved in an aviation accident near Casscoe, AR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The cause of the power loss was not determined. 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

During an agricultural swath run, smoke appeared from the engine. The engine lost power and seized. The pilot attempted a forced landing but struck a ditch, causing a fuel leak and fire that destroyed the aircraft. The cause of the power loss was not determined.

Sequence of Events

As the pilot completed an agricultural swath run and initiated a climb, smoke was observed coming from the engine. While executing a turn, the engine experienced a total loss of power and seized.

Emergency Response

The pilot released his payload and began a 180-degree turn toward the only suitable landing area. After completing approximately 90 degrees of the turn, he realized that his altitude and airspeed were insufficient to reach the intended field. He then leveled the wings and landed straight ahead.

Accident Outcome

The aircraft struck a ditch during the landing, causing the fuel tank to rupture. A subsequent fire engulfed and destroyed the aircraft.

Investigation

The cause of the engine power loss could not be determined.

Probable cause

The cause of the power loss was not determined.
Aerodynamic stall

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 24 May 1994 Grumman G-164B accident near Casscoe, AR?

During an agricultural swath run, smoke appeared from the engine. The engine lost power and seized. The pilot attempted a forced landing but struck a ditch, causing a fuel leak and fire that destroyed the aircraft. The cause of the power loss was not determined.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 24 May 1994 involved a Grumman G-164B, registration N48386, at Casscoe, AR.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the power loss was not determined.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X01300. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.