N8130V

On November 29, 1995, at 1605 mountain standard time, a Cessna 150M, N8130V, sustained substantial damage during a forced landing following a loss of engine power near Santa Fe, New Mexico. The student pilot received minor injuries. The airplane was operated by Zia Aviation of Santa Fe, New Mexico, under Title 14 CFR Part 91. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the local solo instructional flight and a flight plan was not filed.

During a personal interview, conducted by the FAA inspector, the pilot reported that a loss of engine power occurred during the initial takeoff climb from runway 33. The airplane landed short of runway 15 during the subsequent emergency approach. The firewall, horizontal stabilizer, and gear box were damaged during the landing roll in rough and uneven terrain. Examination of the airplane by the inspector revealed "no discrepancies that would have contributed to the power loss."

Numerous attempts were made by the FAA and the investigator-in-charge to obtain a completed Pilot/Operator Report (NTSB Form 6120.1/2). To date the report has not been received.