On July 15, 1995, a Piper PA-28-140 (registration N9908W) was involved in an aviation accident near Statesville, NC. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: A CRACKED CYLINDER THAT RESULTED IN A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During initial climb after takeoff, the aircraft's engine lost power. Despite flap adjustments, the engine quit. The aircraft descended into a wooded area and collided with trees. An engine examination revealed a crack in cylinder number four.
Accident Sequence
According to the pilot, the aircraft's run-up and takeoff roll were normal. After takeoff, during initial climb at approximately 300 feet above ground level, the aircraft's climb performance was less than normal. The pilot added 10 degrees of flaps, but the engine was losing power. The pilot then added a second notch of flaps, 25 degrees, before the engine's RPM dropped to zero and the engine quit. The aircraft descended into a wooded area and collided with trees.
Post-Accident Examination
An examination of the engine revealed a crack in cylinder number four, located between the intake and exhaust valves.
What happened in the 15 Jul 1995 Piper PA-28-140 accident near Statesville, NC?
During initial climb after takeoff, the aircraft's engine lost power. Despite flap adjustments, the engine quit. The aircraft descended into a wooded area and collided with trees. An engine examination revealed a crack in cylinder number four.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 15 Jul 1995 involved a Piper PA-28-140, registration N9908W, at Statesville, NC.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
A CRACKED CYLINDER THAT RESULTED IN A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER.
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