Casualties unknown

Private Pilot Reports Engine Power Loss During Takeoff from Grass Field (N228T)

Perry, OK, US

On April 21, 2005, a Piper PA-18-105 (registration N228T) operated by Brice Schou was involved in an aviation accident near Perry, OK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A contributing factor was collision with a piece of farm equipment. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A private pilot with 198 hours reported a loss of engine power during takeoff from a grass field. The aircraft hit a mound of dirt, became airborne below stall speed, and struck farm machinery.

Accident Details

A private pilot with 198 hours of flight experience was conducting a takeoff from a grass field. The pilot reported that after a normal engine run-up, full power was applied and the takeoff roll commenced heading south. During the initial ground roll, after the tail became light, the engine experienced a loss of power. Subsequently, the tail began to settle.

Sequence of Events

As the tail settled, the aircraft struck a mound of dirt. The impact launched the airplane into the air at an airspeed below stall speed. The aircraft then descended and came to rest after striking a piece of farm machinery. The pilot did not report any injuries.

Investigation

The reason for the reported loss of engine power could not be determined during the investigation. No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or location were provided.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20050427X00510. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.