On June 21, 1994, a Cessna 172 (registration N8025B) operated by Brown, Charles E. was involved in an aviation accident near Port Angeles, WA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The loss of engine power due to the breaking of the number six connecting rod, which resulted from an undetermined instance of oil exhaustion or starvation. 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.
A student pilot experienced engine power loss and low oil pressure during a cross-country flight, resulting in a forced landing into rough terrain after the number six connecting rod failed.
What happened
During a cross-country flight, the student pilot reported that the aircraft engine suddenly lost power. At the same time, there was an indication of a loss of oil pressure. The pilot attempted to execute a forced landing but collided with rough terrain during the process.
The investigation
Following the accident, an inspection of the engine was conducted to determine the cause of the failure. Mechanics found that the number six connecting rod had broken. This mechanical failure was attributed to an undetermined occurrence of oil exhaustion or starvation within the engine system.
Probable cause
The loss of engine power due to the breaking of the number six connecting rod, which resulted from an undetermined instance of oil exhaustion or starvation.
What happened in the 21 Jun 1994 Cessna 172 accident near Port Angeles, WA?
A student pilot experienced engine power loss and low oil pressure during a cross-country flight, resulting in a forced landing into rough terrain after the number six connecting rod failed.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 21 Jun 1994 involved a Cessna 172, registration N8025B, operated by Brown, Charles E., at Port Angeles, WA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The loss of engine power due to the breaking of the number six connecting rod, which resulted from an undetermined instance of oil exhaustion or starvation.
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