On August 25, 2007, a Cessna 210L (registration N75032) was involved in an aviation accident near Cottage Grove, OR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot experienced engine power loss during takeoff climb after reassembling a stored aircraft. A forced landing resulted in collision with trees and pond. FAA could not determine cause.
Incident Overview
According to the pilot, the airplane was out of annual inspection and had been in storage with the wings removed for an unknown period. The pilot reassembled the aircraft and applied for a ferry permit to relocate it for further maintenance. A ferry permit was issued.
Pre-Flight Actions
The pilot fueled the airplane with 35 gallons in the left wing and no fuel in the right wing. No other fueling details were provided.
Sequence of Events
During the takeoff initial climb, the engine lost power. The pilot switched the fuel boost pump to the high position, and the engine ran momentarily before losing power again. A forced landing was executed, during which the airplane collided with trees and came to rest in a pond.
Post-Accident Examination
An FAA inspector examined the airplane after it was recovered from the pond but was unable to determine the reason for the loss of engine power.