Accident Overview
On 13 March 2003, a Cessna 150L (registration ZS-NRY) experienced an engine failure during a private flight from George Aerodrome (FAGG) to Mossel Bay (FAMO). The pilot, aged 22, held a valid private pilot licence with a total of 42.2 flying hours, including 17.3 hours on type. One passenger was on board.
Sequence of Events
Approximately 10 minutes after departing George, the engine began to run rough and shortly thereafter failed completely. The pilot initiated a forced landing onto a road in the residential suburb of Fraaiuitsig, Kleinbrak. During the landing, the left wing struck a support pole for overhead electrical conductors along the road. The aircraft then cartwheeled, overturned, and came to rest in the front yard of a house at 31 Kaaimans Street. Both occupants exited the aircraft without injury. The aircraft sustained damage that rendered it beyond economical repair.
Meteorological Conditions
Weather at the time was fine with a light westerly wind.
Probable Cause
The South African Civil Aviation Authority determined that a foreign object obstructed fuel flow through the main fuel jet in the carburetor, causing the engine to stop due to fuel starvation.