On July 7, 1994, a Cessna 172 (registration N61569) operated by Alyde Aircraft, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Hanford, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: A loss of engine power during takeoff, for which the cause could not be determined as there were no mechanical failures reported and no fuel contamination was found. 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.
An aircraft experienced a sudden loss of engine power shortly after takeoff, forcing the pilot to land back on the runway and overrun into a fence.
What happened
The aircraft departed the runway and climbed to an altitude between 5 and 10 feet when the pilot reported a sudden loss of engine power. Unable to continue the climb, the pilot executed a landing back onto the same runway. However, the aircraft was unable to stop within the remaining available runway distance. It continued forward for approximately 1,500 feet before colliding with a fence.
The investigation
The pilot reported no mechanical problems prior to the incident. A subsequent fuel analysis revealed no evidence of fuel contamination or the use of an improper fuel grade.
Probable cause
A loss of engine power during takeoff, for which the cause could not be determined as there were no mechanical failures reported and no fuel contamination was found.
What happened in the 7 Jul 1994 Cessna 172 accident near Hanford, CA?
An aircraft experienced a sudden loss of engine power shortly after takeoff, forcing the pilot to land back on the runway and overrun into a fence.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 7 Jul 1994 involved a Cessna 172, registration N61569, operated by Alyde Aircraft, Inc., at Hanford, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
A loss of engine power during takeoff, for which the cause could not be determined as there were no mechanical failures reported and no fuel contamination was found.
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