Fatal sightseeing flight accident near airport

2 fatalities • Marlboro, United States of America • Takeoff (climb)

A sightseeing flight resulted in two fatalities and one serious injury after an engine power loss led to a loss of control during an emergency landing attempt.

What happened

During the ninth sightseeing excursion of the day, the aircraft experienced a sudden loss of engine power while maintaining an altitude of roughly 150 feet. Following the engine sputtering, the pilot attempted to execute a left-hand turn to reach a suitable landing site located in a field north of the airfield.

During this maneuvering phase, the pilot was unable to maintain control of the aircraft. The plane struck the ground in a nose-low orientation, which subsequently triggered a fire that consumed the airframe and caused significant damage to the engine. The accident resulted in two fatalities and one serious injury.

Findings

An inspection of the engine following the crash revealed no mechanical discrepancies or malfunctions. The primary factor in the accident was the loss of engine power during the initial climb/low-altitude phase, which led to the loss of control during the emergency turn.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced a loss of engine power at a low altitude, leading to a loss of control during an attempted emergency landing.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1993-08-07 Travel Air 4000 accident near Marlboro, United States of America?

A sightseeing flight resulted in two fatalities and one serious injury after an engine power loss led to a loss of control during an emergency landing attempt.

Were there any fatalities in the 1993-08-07 Travel Air 4000 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1993-08-07 involved a Travel Air 4000, registration NC365M, operated by Biplane Adventure Tours, at Marlboro, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced a loss of engine power at a low altitude, leading to a loss of control during an attempted emergency landing.

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