Piper PA-25 engine power loss during takeoff at Melipilla Airport

No fatalities • Meteropolitana, Chile

A Piper PA-25-260 experienced a partial loss of engine power during its initial climb, resulting in an off-runway landing in Chile.

What happened

On November 11, 2011, at 13:45 UTC, a Piper PA-25-260, registration CC-ABM, was performing a takeoff from Melipilla Airport (SCMP) in the Metropolitana region of Chile. During the initial climb phase, the aircraft experienced a partial loss of engine power.

While the aircraft successfully cleared the perimeter fence, it subsequently struck vegetation and came to rest 64 meters beyond the end of the runway. The impact resulted in substantial damage to the airplane. The flight was being operated by Sociedad De Trabajos Aeros Aeropacifico LTDA as a personal flight, and no flight plan had been filed for the trip. Weather conditions at the time were visual meteorological conditions (VMC) with a visibility of 10 statute miles and winds at 000 degrees at 2 knots. The pilot was commercial rated and sustained no injuries.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 11 Nov 2011 PIPER PA-25 260 accident near Meteropolitana, Chile?

A Piper PA-25-260 experienced a partial loss of engine power during its initial climb, resulting in an off-runway landing in Chile.

Were there any fatalities in the 11 Nov 2011 PIPER PA-25 260 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 11 Nov 2011 involved a PIPER PA-25 260, operated by Sociedad De Trabajos Aeros Aeropacifico LTDA, at Meteropolitana, Chile.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

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