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Experimental Amateur-Built Airplane Loses Power After Takeoff, Strikes Parked Aircraft (N6191R)

Fairbanks, AK, US

On June 24, 2004, a Rufli (registration N6191R) was involved in an aviation accident near Fairbanks, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during takeoff-initial climb, which resulted in a forced landing and an on ground collision with a parked and unoccupied airplane. 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

An experimental amateur-built airplane experienced a loss of engine power about 50 feet above ground after takeoff from a private airstrip, colliding with a parked unoccupied airplane during forced landing.

Accident Details

The pilot, who was also the owner of the experimental amateur-built airplane, reported a loss of engine power approximately 50 feet above the ground after departing from a private airstrip. The subsequent forced landing resulted in the airplane's right wing striking a parked and unoccupied aircraft. The left main landing gear also collapsed during the event.

Damage

The accident airplane sustained structural damage to the fuselage and the right wing. The parked airplane was struck but not occupied; no further details about its condition were provided.

Investigation

Initial inspection conducted by the owner and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspectors did not reveal any obvious signs of a mechanical malfunction. The pilot did not provide additional information to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) regarding the circumstances that may have led to the loss of engine power.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 24 Jun 2004 Rufli accident near Fairbanks, AK?

An experimental amateur-built airplane experienced a loss of engine power about 50 feet above ground after takeoff from a private airstrip, colliding with a parked unoccupied airplane during forced landing.

Were there any fatalities in the 24 Jun 2004 Rufli accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 24 Jun 2004 involved a Rufli, registration N6191R, at Fairbanks, AK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during takeoff-initial climb, which resulted in a forced landing and an on ground collision with a parked and unoccupied airplane.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20040629X00880. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.