On June 5, 1997, a Cessna A188B (registration N8293G) operated by Kratz Aerial AG Service was involved in an aviation accident near LA Moure, ND. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and the pilot's failure to jettison the load. Factors involved were the exceeded weight and balance limits, and the pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During initial climbout, a pilot experienced power loss and executed a forced landing in a cornfield. The aircraft nosed over and came to rest inverted. Investigation found a fuel pump leak and the aircraft was over max gross weight.
Accident Summary
During the initial climbout phase, a pilot detected a developing power loss and was unable to maintain both airspeed and altitude. The pilot subsequently performed a forced landing in a cornfield. After touchdown, the airplane nosed over and came to rest inverted. The pilot did not jettison the load during the accident sequence. The owner of the spraying company commented that the pilot might have been operating behind the power curve.
Investigation Findings
Examination of the aircraft's engine revealed evidence of a leak in the engine-driven fuel pump. However, further bench testing demonstrated that the leak did not impede positive fuel pressure to the cylinders. No other engine anomalies were discovered. Additionally, it was determined that the pilot was operating the airplane approximately 30 pounds above the specified maximum gross weight as outlined in the Pilot's Operating Handbook.
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