On July 16, 2007, a Cessna 172M (registration N13441) was involved in an aviation accident near Throckmorton, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from power transmission lines. A contributing factor was the prevailing dusk illumination. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a simulated forced landing demonstration, a single-engine airplane struck unmarked power lines at dusk. The pilot landed in a field but the airplane nosed over and came to rest inverted. No fire occurred.
Accident Overview
A single-engine airplane collided with unmarked power transmission lines while the pilot was demonstrating a simulated forced landing to a passenger. The accident occurred at dusk. Following the impact with the power lines, the pilot successfully landed the airplane in a field. During the landing roll, the aircraft nosed over and came to rest in the inverted position. There was no fire.
Pilot Report
In a telephone interview, the pilot stated that he was demonstrating a simulated loss of engine power and forced landing procedures to his passenger. During a low approach to a pre-selected field, the aircraft struck the unmarked power lines.
Aircraft Condition
No discrepancies with the aircraft were reported prior to the mishap.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 16 Jul 2007 Cessna 172M accident near Throckmorton, TX?
During a simulated forced landing demonstration, a single-engine airplane struck unmarked power lines at dusk. The pilot landed in a field but the airplane nosed over and came to rest inverted. No fire occurred.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 16 Jul 2007 involved a Cessna 172M, registration N13441, at Throckmorton, TX.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from power transmission lines. A contributing factor was the prevailing dusk illumination.
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