On April 16, 2005, a Beech A36 (registration N33CF) operated by Clarence O. Floyd was involved in an aviation accident near Plant City, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: An engine power interruption during takeoff for undetermined reasons. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot reported a reduction in climb performance after takeoff, leading to the airplane settling and impacting terrain in a tail-low attitude. The pilot and five passengers were uninjured.
Accident Details
The pilot reported that the takeoff roll was normal. However, shortly after takeoff during the climb, he noted a reduction in climb performance at takeoff power. The airplane began to settle and eventually impacted terrain in a tail-low attitude. The pilot and the five passengers aboard were not injured and were able to exit the airplane without assistance.
Post-Accident Examination
A post-accident examination of the engine revealed no evidence of a mechanical malfunction that would have contributed to a loss of engine power.
Engine Data Analysis
Downloaded data from the airplane's engine monitoring system revealed no evidence of an engine anomaly. Data from the accident flight were consistent with normal engine operations and no different from the values found in identically equipped and configured engines. No probable cause was identified.