Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR14CA013

Cody, WY, USA

Aircraft #1

N31BA

PIPER PA 28-180

Analysis

The pilot reported that about 15 minutes after departure and during the climb to cruise altitude, the engine lost power. The pilot checked the cockpit gauges and switched fuel tanks, however the engine would not restart. A forced landing was initiated and during the descent in mountainous terrain, the airplane collided with trees and the terrain. The wreckage has not been recovered and the reason for the loss of engine power was not determined.

Factual Information

The pilot reported that about 15 minutes after departure and during the climb to cruise altitude, the engine lost power. The pilot checked the cockpit gauges and switched fuel tanks, however, the engine would not restart. A forced landing was initiated and during the descent in mountainous terrain, the airplane collided with trees and the terrain. The wreckage has not been recovered and the reason for the loss of engine power was not determined.

Probable Cause and Findings

A loss of engine power during climb to cruise for reasons that could not be determined due to no postaccident examination.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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