Casualties unknown

Partial Power Loss During Go-Around Results in Forced Landing on Rocky Terrain (N4341Z)

Deadhorse, AK, US

On July 26, 1994, a Piper PA-18-150 (registration N4341Z) operated by Canvas Back Leasing was involved in an aviation accident near Deadhorse, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PARTIAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS AND THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR A FORCED LANDING. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot conducting a game spotting flight was forced to land on a rock-strewn surface after experiencing a partial engine power loss during a go-around from an 800-foot unimproved strip.

Incident Details

A pilot was conducting a flight for the purpose of game spotting. During the operation, the pilot landed the airplane approximately three-quarters of the way down an 800-foot long unimproved strip. Upon landing, the pilot elected to perform a go-around.

During the go-around maneuver, the airplane's engine experienced a partial loss of power. This power loss necessitated a forced landing, and the pilot landed the airplane on a surface covered with rocks.

Investigation

A subsequent examination of the airplane's engine was conducted by the pilot and operator. The examination did not reveal the cause of the partial loss of power. No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or injuries were specified in the source.

The forced landing on the rock-strewn surface likely resulted in damage to the aircraft, but the extent of damage is not mentioned.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X01653. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.