On 9 Jun 2016, a PIPER PA 28 180 was involved in an aviation accident near Rowesville, SC. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Failure of the fuel line between the fuel transducer and the carburetor. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot experienced a total loss of engine power 20 minutes after takeoff, resulting in an off-airport forced landing that substantially damaged the right aileron. Post-accident examination revealed a failed fuel line.
Accident Summary
The pilot reported that approximately 20 minutes after takeoff, the engine experienced a total loss of power. The pilot subsequently executed an off-airport forced landing. During the landing, the right aileron suffered substantial damage.
Post-Accident Examination
A post-accident examination of the aircraft determined that the fuel line connecting the fuel transducer to the carburetor had failed. The failed line was identified as a Strato Flex product with part number 111-6. Records indicate that this fuel line was installed on May 1, 2002, as part of the J. P. Instruments EDM-700 engine monitoring system, authorized by supplemental type certificate SA2586NM.
Probable cause
Failure of the fuel line between the fuel transducer and the carburetor