What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2004-09-30 involved a Cessna 150M, registration N45673, at Durand, MI.

Loss of Engine Power During Initial Climb Results in Power Line Strike and Rough Landing (N45673)

On September 30, 2004, a Cessna 150M (registration N45673) was involved in an aviation accident near Durand, MI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The elongated exhaust valve leading to the in-flight loss of engine power during initial climb. A factor was the transmission wire the airplane impacted during its emergency landing after takeoff. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

An airplane sustained substantial damage after striking a power line during initial climb due to a loss of engine power. The pilot reported a broken compression ring and elongated exhaust valve with 3,450 hours total and 1,424.2 hours since overhaul.

Narrative

During the initial climb after a second takeoff, the airplane experienced a loss of engine power at an altitude of about 60 feet. The pilot reported, "The engine cut out, no power ... It struck a Consumers Power cable with the [right] wheel." Subsequently, the pilot landed the airplane in a field, brought it to a stop, shut it down, and walked home.

Damage

The airplane sustained substantial damage upon impact with a power line and terrain.

Engine Examination

The pilot reported that a compression ring was found broken and an exhaust valve was found elongated. These parts had accumulated 3,450 hours total time and 1,424.2 hours since the last overhaul.

2004-09-30: Cessna 150M (N45673) — Durand, MI

Narrative

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