No fatalities

Engine Power Loss During Takeoff Leads to Hard Landing and Runway Excursion (N6046J)

Addison, TX, US

On March 31, 2000, a Cessna 182P (registration N6046J) was involved in an aviation accident near Addison, TX. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The loss of engine power for reasons undetermined. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. 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 climb, an engine lost power. The pilot attempted to land on remaining runway, resulting in a hard bounce and runway excursion. The nose landing gear collapsed in soft mud.

Accident Overview

During the takeoff climb, the engine experienced a loss of power. The pilot then attempted to land the airplane on the remaining runway. The subsequent touchdown was hard, causing the airplane to bounce.

Landing and Runway Excursion

Following the bounce, the pilot applied maximum braking during the landing roll. Despite this, the airplane exited the departure end of the runway. The nose landing gear sank into soft mud and collapsed. The airplane came to rest on its nose.

Post-Accident Engine Examination

A post-accident examination of the engine revealed no anomalies that would have prevented its operation.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 31 Mar 2000 Cessna 182P accident near Addison, TX?

During takeoff climb, an engine lost power. The pilot attempted to land on remaining runway, resulting in a hard bounce and runway excursion. The nose landing gear collapsed in soft mud.

Were there any fatalities in the 31 Mar 2000 Cessna 182P accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 31 Mar 2000 involved a Cessna 182P, registration N6046J, at Addison, TX.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The loss of engine power for reasons undetermined. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X20642. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.