On September 17, 2002, a Cessna 188A (registration N9943G) operated by Elk Creek Spraying Service was involved in an aviation accident near Vincent, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
While spraying a cotton field at low altitude, the pilot experienced an engine power loss and landed straight ahead. During rollout, hard braking to avoid a ditch caused the aircraft to come to rest on its nose.
Accident Summary
The pilot was engaged in agricultural spraying of a cotton field when the engine lost power at an altitude of approximately 2 to 3 feet above ground level. In response, the pilot added some flaps and executed a straight-ahead landing in the sandy cotton field.
Landing and Rollout
During the landing rollout, the pilot observed a ditch ahead. To avoid it, the pilot applied hard braking. Subsequently, the aircraft came to rest on its nose.
Engine Power Loss
An investigation into the engine failure determined that the reason for the loss of engine power was undetermined. No other contributing factors were identified.
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