Engine failure and post-impact fire involving single-engine aircraft

No fatalities • Fentress, United States of America • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a loss of engine power during its descent, leading to an emergency landing and a subsequent fire that damaged the fuselage.

What happened

During the descent phase of the flight, the aircraft experienced a loss of power from one of its engines. The pilot, who had accumulated 1,12able7 hours of flight experience, initiated standard emergency procedures for an engine-out scenario and prepared the aircraft for an emergency touchdown. Following the impact, the pilot noted that the nacelle of the right engine was surrounded by flames. This fire subsequently spread to the main fuselage of the aircraft.

As a result of the incident, the aircraft sustained significant damage due to the post-impact fire.

Findings

An investigation into the maintenance records of the engine indicated that the component had been in service for more than 1,000 hours beyond the manufacturer's suggested 3,600-hour interval between overhauls. While a physical inspection of the engine revealed extensive damage caused by the fire, investigators found no mechanical deficiencies within the engine itself.

Probable cause

The investigation found no mechanical failure in the engine, though it was noted that the engine had exceeded its recommended time between overhauls.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2003-10-17 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident near Fentress, United States of America?

An aircraft experienced a loss of engine power during its descent, leading to an emergency landing and a subsequent fire that damaged the fuselage.

Were there any fatalities in the 2003-10-17 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2003-10-17 involved a Beechcraft 90 King Air, registration N511BF, operated by Skydive San Marcos, at Fentress, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The investigation found no mechanical failure in the engine, though it was noted that the engine had exceeded its recommended time between overhauls.

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