On July 17, 2003, a Keuthan BUCCANEER II (registration N9110T) operated by Charles B. Sapp was involved in an aviation accident near Pell City, AL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Fatigue failure of the throttle cable. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot made a forced landing after an engine power loss due to a throttle cable fatigue failure. The cable had broken during cruise flight.
Accident Summary
During cruise flight, the pilot experienced a loss of engine power. An attempt to restart the engine was unsuccessful. The pilot subsequently performed a forced landing to an open field that ran upslope.
Examination Findings
Post-accident examination of the airplane revealed that the throttle cable had broken. Additionally, the left main landing gear had separated from the aircraft. The throttle cable was sent to the NTSB Materials Laboratory for further analysis. Laboratory examination determined that the cable had failed due to fatigue.
Conclusion
The fatigue failure of the throttle cable caused the loss of engine power, leading to the forced landing.
Probable cause
Fatigue failure of the throttle cable
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 17 Jul 2003 Keuthan BUCCANEER II accident near Pell City, AL?
A pilot made a forced landing after an engine power loss due to a throttle cable fatigue failure. The cable had broken during cruise flight.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 17 Jul 2003 involved a Keuthan BUCCANEER II, registration N9110T, operated by Charles B. Sapp, at Pell City, AL.
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