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Throttle Limitation Leads to Glide Landing Short of Runway (N6099E)

Holland, MI, US

On August 16, 2000, a Beech K35 (registration N6099E) was involved in an aviation accident near Holland, MI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The bolt that attaches the clamp for the throttle cable housing in the engine compartment was loose, causing limited throttle movement. 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

A pilot experienced a throttle limitation to 3/4 to full throttle, shut off the engine for a glide landing, and came to rest 100 yards short of the runway. A postaccident examination found a loose bolt on the throttle cable housing clamp.

Accident Overview

A pilot reported that during flight, the throttle control was restricted to operating only between 3/4 and full throttle. The pilot decided to land the aircraft. Believing he was at a point where a safe landing could be made on the runway, he shut off the engine and attempted to glide the aircraft to the ground. The aircraft subsequently came to rest approximately 100 yards short of the runway.

Postaccident Examination

Following the event, an examination of the aircraft revealed that the bolt securing the clamp for the throttle cable housing in the engine compartment was loose. This condition allowed the throttle cable housing to move within the clamp, which limited the movement of the throttle.

Maintenance History

The aircraft engine had been overhauled and reinstalled during the last annual inspection, which was completed on April 15, 2000.

Probable cause

The bolt that attaches the clamp for the throttle cable housing in the engine compartment was loose, causing limited throttle movement.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Aug 2000 Beech K35 accident near Holland, MI?

A pilot experienced a throttle limitation to 3/4 to full throttle, shut off the engine for a glide landing, and came to rest 100 yards short of the runway. A postaccident examination found a loose bolt on the throttle cable housing clamp.

Were there any fatalities in the 16 Aug 2000 Beech K35 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Aug 2000 involved a Beech K35, registration N6099E, at Holland, MI.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The bolt that attaches the clamp for the throttle cable housing in the engine compartment was loose, causing limited throttle movement.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X21680. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.