On April 1, 1977, a Mitsubishi MU-2 Marquise (registration N100SW) operated by Swish Manufacturing Company was involved in an aviation accident near Augusta, United States of America during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Double engine failure on final approach due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing factors: inadequate preflight preparation, mismanagement of fuel, inattentive to fuel supply, fuel exhaustion, rough terrain. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).
During a ferry flight from Atlanta to Augusta, both engines flamed out on approach. The crew attempted an emergency landing, but the aircraft struck trees and crashed in rough terrain, destroying it and seriously injuring both occupants.
Incident
A ferry flight from Atlanta to Augusta ended in a crash after both engines failed almost simultaneously during the approach to Augusta Airport. The crew declared an emergency and attempted to land the aircraft, but it struck trees and impacted rough terrain. The impact destroyed the aircraft and caused serious injuries to both occupants.
Probable Cause
According to the official investigation, the probable cause of the accident was a double engine failure on final approach due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing factors included inadequate preflight preparation, mismanagement of fuel, inattentiveness to the fuel supply, fuel exhaustion, and the presence of rough terrain.
What happened in the 1 Apr 1977 Mitsubishi MU-2 Marquise accident near Augusta, United States of America?
During a ferry flight from Atlanta to Augusta, both engines flamed out on approach. The crew attempted an emergency landing, but the aircraft struck trees and crashed in rough terrain, destroying it and seriously injuring both occupants.
Were there any fatalities in the 1 Apr 1977 Mitsubishi MU-2 Marquise accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 1 Apr 1977 involved a Mitsubishi MU-2 Marquise, registration N100SW, operated by Swish Manufacturing Company, at Augusta, United States of America.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Double engine failure on final approach due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing factors: inadequate preflight preparation, mismanagement of fuel, inattentive to fuel supply, fuel exhaustion, rough terrain.
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