On November 19, 2001, a Piper PA-28-181 (registration N85TT) was involved in an aviation accident near Deland, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The loss of engine power during takeoff/initial climb due to undetermined reasons. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot reported two sudden complete engine stoppages during departure from runway 5; the engine restarted automatically each time but failed again, resulting in a crash in a wooded area. Postaccident examination found no anomalies.
Accident Details
According to the pilot, the flight departed on runway 5. After reaching an altitude of about 200 feet, the engine suddenly and completely ceased operating for a short period. The engine then restarted automatically, but soon ceased operating again in the same manner. The pilot noted that the engine did not "spit or sputter" during either stoppage; each cessation was sudden and complete. The aircraft subsequently crashed in a wooded area approximately 800 yards east of the airport, sustaining substantial damage.
Investigation
An FAA licensed mechanic with inspection authorization conducted a detailed postaccident examination of the aircraft and engine. Additionally, the accident engine was tested on a test cell. No anomalies were noted during either the examination or the engine test.
What happened in the 19 Nov 2001 Piper PA-28-181 accident near Deland, FL?
A pilot reported two sudden complete engine stoppages during departure from runway 5; the engine restarted automatically each time but failed again, resulting in a crash in a wooded area. Postaccident examination found no anomalies.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 19 Nov 2001 involved a Piper PA-28-181, registration N85TT, at Deland, FL.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The loss of engine power during takeoff/initial climb due to undetermined reasons.
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