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.