Casualties unknown

Cessna 172 Collides with Trees During Forced Landing After Engine Failure During Flight Review (N9176H)

Bridgewater, CT, US

On June 28, 1995, a Cessna 172M (registration N9176H) operated by North American Aviation Inc., was involved in an aviation accident near Bridgewater, CT. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons resulting in a forced landing, and a subsequent collision with trees. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a flight review, a commercial pilot's engine failed after throttle application. The instructor's attempts to restore power were unsuccessful, leading to a forced landing and collision with trees. Postaccident examination found no anomalies.

Incident Summary

A flight instructor was conducting a flight review for a commercial pilot. During the flight, the instructor simulated an engine failure, and the commercial pilot performed the emergency procedures. During the recovery, when the throttle was applied, the engine did not respond. The instructor attempted to restore power but was unsuccessful. He then performed a forced landing. During the forced landing, the airplane collided with trees.

Postaccident Examination

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) conducted a postaccident examination of the aircraft. The examination revealed no anomalies. Additionally, during an engine test run, the engine ran at full power.

The aircraft type and registration were not specified in the source. No injuries or fatalities were mentioned. The number of occupants was not stated. The date, location, and time of day were not provided. No weather conditions or ATC involvement were reported.

The accident occurred during a routine flight review exercise, where a simulated engine failure was followed by an actual loss of engine response. The instructor, who took control during the emergency, was unable to restore engine power and executed a forced landing into terrain with trees.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Jun 1995 Cessna 172M accident near Bridgewater, CT?

During a flight review, a commercial pilot's engine failed after throttle application. The instructor's attempts to restore power were unsuccessful, leading to a forced landing and collision with trees. Postaccident examination found no anomalies.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Jun 1995 involved a Cessna 172M, registration N9176H, operated by North American Aviation Inc.,, at Bridgewater, CT.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the loss of engine power for undetermined reasons resulting in a forced landing, and a subsequent collision with trees.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X03798. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.