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Loss of Control Following Right Engine Power Loss During Takeoff (N2083C)

Del Rio, TX, US

On April 9, 1998, a Beech E18S (registration N2083C) was involved in an aviation accident near Del Rio, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: a loss of engine power on the right engine for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During takeoff, the pilot lost control after the right engine experienced a gradual power loss. The aircraft rolled right and the right wing impacted the ground. The engine power loss cause was not determined.

Accident Details

During takeoff, the pilot lost control of the airplane following the loss of engine power from the right engine. The pilot reported that the power loss was not sudden, but rather a slow continued reduction. He stated that the loss occurred after he placed the landing gear selector in the retract position. The airspeed at the time was between Vmc (86 mph) and Vy (120 mph). As the pilot reduced power on the left engine, the airplane started to roll towards the right (dead) engine. The outboard portion of the right wing impacted the ground short of a taxiway.

Pilot's Account

The pilot provided the sequence of events: the right engine power decreased gradually after gear retraction. He reduced power on the left engine, but the aircraft began to roll right. He did not specify any further actions.

Examination

Examination of the wreckage revealed that the right engine propeller was in the feather position and the left engine was torn from the airframe. The reason for the loss of engine power was not determined.

Engine failure

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Apr 1998 Beech E18S accident near Del Rio, TX?

During takeoff, the pilot lost control after the right engine experienced a gradual power loss. The aircraft rolled right and the right wing impacted the ground. The engine power loss cause was not determined.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Apr 1998 involved a Beech E18S, registration N2083C, at Del Rio, TX.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

a loss of engine power on the right engine for undetermined reasons, and the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X09857. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.