At about 15:15 Alaska time, a float-equipped Helio H-295 was damaged during a forced landing about 35 miles northeast of Port Alsworth. The pilot received minor injuries. The flight was en route to Anchorage when the engine began to run rough and lose power. The airplane collided with trees during a subsequent forced landing. Post-crash investigations found about 10 cc of clear water in the carburetor body drain plug. A visual inspection of the airplanes gascolator revealed the presence of about two cups of murky and silty water. The accident pilot stated that he had checked the accident airplanes fuel system for contaminants by draining a fuel sample from the gascolator.
Oct. 6, Port Alsworth, Alaska / Helio Courier
At about 15:15 Alaska time, a float-equipped Helio H-295 was damaged during a forced landing about 35 miles northeast of Port Alsworth. The pilot received minor injuries. The flight was en route to Anchorage when the engine began to run rough and lose power. The airplane collided with trees during a subsequent forced landing. Post-crash investigations found about 10 cc of clear water in the carburetor body drain plug. A visual inspection of the airplanes gascolator revealed the presence of about two cups of murky and silty water. The accident pilot stated that he had checked the accident airplanes fuel system for contaminants by draining a fuel sample from the gascolator....
Key Takeaways:
- A float-equipped Helio H-295 experienced an engine power loss, leading to a forced landing, minor pilot injuries, and aircraft damage.
- Post-crash investigation revealed significant water contamination in the fuel system, specifically 10 cc in the carburetor and two cups of murky water in the gascolator.
- Despite the pilot stating they had checked the fuel system for contaminants, substantial water was found, indicating an inadequate pre-flight fuel check.
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