N8459K

Substantial
None

Schweizer Aircraft Corp G-164BS/N: 701B

Accident Details

Date
Thursday, July 27, 2006
NTSB Number
DEN06CA105
Location
Joes, CO
Event ID
20060817X01184
Coordinates
40.106945, -102.721664
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

A loss of engine power due to the failure of the supercharger. Contributing to the accident was a lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N8459K
Make
SCHWEIZER AIRCRAFT CORP
Serial Number
701B
Engine Type
None
Year Built
1982
Model / ICAO
G-164BG164
No. of Engines
0

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
WESTERN AG AIR INC
Address
8762 COUNTY ROAD 5
Status
Deregistered
City
JOES
State / Zip Code
CO 80822-9313
Country
United States

Analysis

According to the Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report Form submitted by the pilot, the airplane experienced a loss of engine power after departing a dirt strip. The pilot stated that he "dumped the load" and performed a forced landing to a corn field. The airplane nosed over. The vertical stabilizer was crushed down and to the right 90 degrees and both top wings were crushed aft and wrinkled. An examination of the engine revealed the engine sump plug was full of metal. Further examination of the engine revealed heat damage on the impeller shaft, and a failure of the bearing retainer of the supercharger assembly.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# DEN06CA105