NTSB Reports: August 2016

The accident occurred during an FAA checkride for the airline transport certificate administered by a designated pilot examiner. Following the accident, several fire department personnel spoke with the commercial pilot. When asked what had occurred, he told fire department personnel that the left engine had experienced a loss of engine power shortly after takeoff. He further stated that, following the loss of left engine power, the examiner took over airplane control and was attempting to fly the airplane back to the airport when the accident occurred.

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Monday, July 18, 2016 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Numerous accidents involved engine power loss or mechanical failure, frequently resulting in forced landings that caused substantial aircraft damage or serious injuries.
Loss of control incidents were common, particularly during takeoff and landing phases, often exacerbated by challenging weather conditions, pilot actions, or equipment malfunctions.
Several reports described fatal accidents across various flight scenarios, highlighting the critical role of aircraft maintenance and operational proficiency.

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Cessna Model 310F
May 5, 2016, North Little Rock, Arkansas

The airplane was destroyed at about 1331 Central time when it impacted terrain following a loss of control. A post-impact fire ensued. The commercial pilot sustained serious injuries. The pilot examiner was fatally injured. Day visual conditions prevailed.