On June 10, 1994, a Cessna 172 (registration N5522R) operated by J.t. & O.a. Salkin was involved in an aviation accident near York, PA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the loss of total engine power for undetermined reasons. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During initial climb at about 100 feet, the engine lost total power. A forced landing in a wheat field resulted in the airplane nosing over during rollout. Post-accident examination found no anomalies except damaged carburetor and throttle linkage.
Accident Sequence
The airplane was in the initial climb phase after takeoff. At an altitude of approximately 100 feet above ground level, the engine suffered a total loss of power. The pilot conducted a forced landing into a wheat field. During the landing rollout, the airplane nosed over.
Post-Accident Examination
After the accident, a detailed inspection of both the airframe and the engine was performed. The inspection found no anomalies in either the airframe or the engine. The fuel system was examined: the fuel tanks were full, and the fuel selector valve was set to the 'BOTH' position. The carburetor had been detached from the engine, and the throttle linkage connecting to the carburetor was damaged.
What happened in the 10 Jun 1994 Cessna 172 accident near York, PA?
During initial climb at about 100 feet, the engine lost total power. A forced landing in a wheat field resulted in the airplane nosing over during rollout. Post-accident examination found no anomalies except damaged carburetor and throttle linkage.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 10 Jun 1994 involved a Cessna 172, registration N5522R, operated by J.t. & O.a. Salkin, at York, PA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
the loss of total engine power for undetermined reasons.
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