Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary ERA22LA424

Sevierville, TN, USA

Aircraft #1

N700AK

ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL 700

Factual Information

On September 17, 2022, at 1204 eastern daylight time, a Rockwell International 700, N700AK, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident at the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge (GKT) airport, Sevierville, Tennessee. The commercial pilot and two passengers were not injured, and one passenger sustained minor injuries. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The pilot stated that on short final to land, the right engine fuel pump light illuminated along with a drop in fuel pressure followed by a loss of engine power. He said he was unable to maintain directional control even with full left rudder pedal. The airplane landed and exited the runway and collided with two hangars. There was no postimpact fire. The airplane wreckage was retained for further examination.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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