On October 22, 1995, a Cessna 182H (registration N70535) was involved in an aviation accident near Tuscaloosa, AL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Fatigue failure of the number one piston assembly, which resulted in a loss of engine power. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
After takeoff, a pilot experienced complete engine power loss and performed a forced landing. The aircraft nosed over during landing, with the main gear torn off. Investigation found a hole in the engine case and debris from the number one piston, with fatigue cracking in the piston pin area.
Incident Description
Shortly after departure, the pilot reported a complete loss of engine power. He selected an emergency landing area south of the airport and executed a forced landing. During the landing, the main landing gear was torn from the airframe, and the airplane nosed over.
Engine Examination
An examination of the engine assembly revealed a hole in the engine case below the right magneto. A subsequent teardown examination disclosed that debris from the number one piston was scattered throughout the engine crankcase. Examination of the piston debris, specifically from the piston pin area, showed evidence of fatigue cracking.
What happened in the 22 Oct 1995 Cessna 182H accident near Tuscaloosa, AL?
After takeoff, a pilot experienced complete engine power loss and performed a forced landing. The aircraft nosed over during landing, with the main gear torn off. Investigation found a hole in the engine case and debris from the number one piston, with fatigue cracking in the piston pin area.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 22 Oct 1995 involved a Cessna 182H, registration N70535, at Tuscaloosa, AL.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Fatigue failure of the number one piston assembly, which resulted in a loss of engine power.
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