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Engine Failure Leads to Collision with Farm Tractor (N2183F)

Parrish, FL, US

On July 17, 2002, a Yakovlev YAK 52 (registration N2183F) was involved in an aviation accident near Parrish, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The in-flight failure of a carburetor/fuel line fitting, resulting in loss of engine power, a forced landing to unsuitable terrain, and a ground collision with a farm vehicle during the emergency landing. 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

Ten minutes into flight, the engine backfired and stopped. During an emergency landing, the aircraft collided with a farm tractor, separating the propeller and nose landing gear.

Accident Overview

Approximately 10 minutes into a return flight to home base, the pilot reported that the engine backfired and subsequently stopped running. Facing unsuitable terrain for an emergency landing, the pilot selected what he considered the best available option. During the landing attempt, the aircraft collided with a farm tractor.

Damage Details

The collision caused the separation of the aircraft's propeller and nose landing gear from the airframe.

Postcrash Examination

Following the accident, personnel from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) conducted an examination of the airframe and engine. The inspection revealed adequate and uncontaminated fuel aboard the aircraft. Additionally, a crack was found on the carburetor body at the attachment point of the main fuel feed line. The crack appeared to have existed prior to the accident sequence.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 17 Jul 2002 Yakovlev YAK 52 accident near Parrish, FL?

Ten minutes into flight, the engine backfired and stopped. During an emergency landing, the aircraft collided with a farm tractor, separating the propeller and nose landing gear.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 17 Jul 2002 involved a Yakovlev YAK 52, registration N2183F, at Parrish, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The in-flight failure of a carburetor/fuel line fitting, resulting in loss of engine power, a forced landing to unsuitable terrain, and a ground collision with a farm vehicle during the emergency landing.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020723X01182. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.