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2001-11-30: Cessna 152 (N95565) — Perry, TX

Perry, TX, US

On November 30, 2001, a Cessna 152 (registration N95565) was involved in an aviation accident near Perry, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During a dual instructional flight, a simulated engine failure led to an actual power loss. The CFI attempted an engine restart unsuccessfully, then landed in a field where the nose gear sank into soft ground, causing the aircraft to nose over. The cause of the power loss could not be determined.

Accident Sequence

During a dual instructional flight, the CFI simulated an engine failure by reducing the throttle to idle. At 500 feet AGL, the CFI directed the student pilot to recover and execute a go-around. As the student added power, the engine lost power. The CFI assumed control and attempted to restart the engine, but was unsuccessful. The CFI continued the approach to the previously selected field.

Landing and Post-Accident

Upon touchdown, the nose landing gear sank into soft ground, causing the airplane to nose over and come to rest inverted. After the accident, a new propeller was installed. The engine was subsequently started and operated without any further problems. The reason for the loss of engine power could not be determined.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20011214X02400. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.