Accident Details
Date
Saturday, July 26, 2008
NTSB Number
NYC08CA321
Location
Magnolia Springs, AL
Event ID
20090127X94610
Coordinates
30.423889, -87.777496
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The total loss of engine power during initial climb due to the failure of the fuel pump.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N92095
Make
GRIMES BARRY R
Serial Number
02221XS
Engine Type
None
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
GRIMES BARRY R
Address
31197 STAGECOACH RD
Status
Deregistered
City
SPANISH FORT
State / Zip Code
AL 36527-5504
Country
United States
Analysis
The amateur-built Chinook Plus Two airplane experienced a loss of engine power during the initial climb after takeoff, at an altitude of 750 feet. The non-certificated pilot prepared for a forced landing to a soybean field and added two notches of flaps. As the airplane touched down, it rolled approximately 40 feet and nosed over, substantially damaging the fuselage. Examination of the fuel pump revealed the ceramic gears were jammed.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# NYC08CA321