Accident Details
Date
Saturday, July 4, 2009
NTSB Number
CEN09CA406
Location
Waxahachie, TX
Event ID
20090706X02746
Coordinates
32.460834, -96.890274
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Serious
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
1
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The total loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N28NB
Make
NORTH AMERICAN
Serial Number
53-138287
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
TROJAN PHLYERS
Address
PO BOX 126141
Status
Deregistered
City
FORT WORTH
State / Zip Code
TX 76126-0141
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot departed as number two of a three airplane formation. On initial departure while joining the formation, the pilot felt an unusual vibration in the airframe. The pilot checked the engine instruments and determined that the oil temperature was high. After clearing the formation and turning the airplane back toward the airport, the engine stopped producing power. The airplane descended and was landed gear up in a cleared area, and was damaged during the landing. The cause of the high oil temperature could not be determined.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN09CA406