Accident Details
Date
Monday, February 1, 2010
NTSB Number
CEN10CA111
Location
Reserve, NM
Event ID
20100202X55319
Coordinates
33.694168, -108.849441
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
An in-flight fire due to a fuel leak from the No. 5 cylinder's broken fuel injector/line.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N3565B
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
32R-8029027
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
NEVADAIR CO
Address
PO BOX 295
Status
Deregistered
City
BOULDER CITY
State / Zip Code
NV 89006
Country
United States
Analysis
During takeoff, the pilot heard a "pop" noise followed by smoke in the cockpit. The pilot elected to continue the takeoff roll and return to the airport; during the downwind leg, the smoke became severe. The pilot was able to land the airplane safely. Examination of the airplane revealed the engine, cowling, and firewall sustained fire damage. Additionally, the inspection revealed that a fuel injector/line on the number 5 cylinder was broken, and sprayed fuel onto the engine's turbocharger.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN10CA111