On August 17, 2007, an Aeronca AR-15 (registration N1407H) was involved in an aviation accident near Clear, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The loss of engine power during cruise flight for an undetermined reason. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A solo private pilot experienced an engine power loss during cruise and performed a forced landing, resulting in the airplane nosing over in swampy terrain. No injuries reported, cause undetermined.
Accident Overview
A solo private pilot was conducting a cross-country personal flight when the engine lost power while in cruise. The pilot executed an off-airport forced landing. During the landing, the airplane collided with brush and nosed over in swampy terrain.
Pilot Statement
The pilot reported that there was ample fuel in the tanks and that the weather conditions were clear with calm winds. No other factors were mentioned.
Engine Examination
A partial examination of the engine was conducted but disclosed no definitive information as to why the engine lost power. The cause of the power loss remains undetermined.
Damage
The airplane sustained damage from the collision with brush and the nose-over in the swamp. No information about injuries was provided in the source.