On July 2, 1997, a Grumman G-164 (registration N10397) was involved in an aviation accident near Satanta, KS. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot did not maintain aircraft control and the reason for the loss of engine power was undetermined. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot experienced partial engine power loss due to backfiring shortly after takeoff, resulting in a forced landing and ground loop. Post-incident testing revealed no mechanical issues.
Approximately two miles after takeoff, the pilot reported losing partial power due to backfiring of the engine. The pilot then made a forced landing and ground looped the airplane.
The engine was test run on the airplane. Rated power was achieved during the test run with no mechanical deficiencies were noted.
A pilot experienced partial engine power loss due to backfiring shortly after takeoff, resulting in a forced landing and ground loop. Post-incident testing revealed no mechanical issues.
The accident on 2 Jul 1997 involved a Grumman G-164, registration N10397, at Satanta, KS.
The pilot did not maintain aircraft control and the reason for the loss of engine power was undetermined.
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