The pilot reported an uneventful runup and normal takeoff. During initial climb, the engine lost power and he initiated a 180-degree turn towards the departure runway due to a lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing. During the forced landing, the airplane struck an airport perimeter fence and subsequently nosed into the ground. A post-accident inspection of the airframe and engine revealed no mechanical anomalies. The reason for the loss of engine power was undetermined.
December 8, 2007, Spokane, Wash., Cessna 182
The pilot reported an uneventful runup and normal takeoff. During initial climb, the engine lost power and he initiated a 180-degree turn towards the departure runway due to a lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing. During the forced landing, the airplane struck an airport perimeter fence and subsequently nosed into the ground. A post-accident inspection of the airframe and engine revealed no mechanical anomalies. The reason for the loss of engine power was undetermined.
Key Takeaways:
- During initial climb, an aircraft experienced an engine power loss, prompting the pilot to attempt a 180-degree turn for a forced landing.
- The aircraft crashed during the forced landing, striking an airport perimeter fence and nosing into the ground.
- A post-accident inspection found no mechanical anomalies, and the reason for the engine power loss was undetermined.
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