On December 12, 2000, a Cessna 182A (registration N6300B) was involved in an aviation accident near Plant City, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation resulting from the separation of the mixture control cable from the carburetor. Factors were cows, rough and uneven terrain. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An airplane experienced an engine power loss while en route to Lakeland Linder Regional Airport for repair. The pilot performed a forced landing in a field, where the aircraft struck a cow. Investigation revealed a disconnected mixture cable and a lean mixture lever position.
Incident Overview
While en route to Lakeland Linder Regional Airport in Lakeland, Florida, to have the primer line repaired, the airplane's engine lost power and ceased operation. The pilot executed a forced landing to a field located approximately five miles northwest of the airport. During the landing roll, the airplane collided with a cow that was present in the pasture.
Post-Incident Examination
An examination of the airplane following the incident disclosed that the mixture cable was disconnected at the carburetor. Additionally, the mixture lever was found in the lean position. The annual inspection of the aircraft had been completed 162 flight hours prior to the occurrence.
What happened in the 12 Dec 2000 Cessna 182A accident near Plant City, FL?
An airplane experienced an engine power loss while en route to Lakeland Linder Regional Airport for repair. The pilot performed a forced landing in a field, where the aircraft struck a cow. Investigation revealed a disconnected mixture cable and a lean mixture lever position.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 12 Dec 2000 involved a Cessna 182A, registration N6300B, at Plant City, FL.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation resulting from the separation of the mixture control cable from the carburetor. Factors were cows, rough and uneven terrain.
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