At about 1230 Eastern time, the float-equipped airplane experienced a loss of engine power and an in-flight fire, and was landed on a lake. Visual conditions prevailed. The airplane was substantially damaged; the Private pilot and sole occupant was not injured. While nearing the destination airport, the engine suddenly experienced a total loss of engine power. Prior to touchdown on the water, the pilot noticed a fire in the engine compartment. After landing he exited the cockpit, stood on the float, and watched the airplane burn.
January 12, 2007, Coral Springs, Fla., Cessna 182Q
At about 1230 Eastern time, the float-equipped airplane experienced a loss of engine power and an in-flight fire, and was landed on a lake. Visual conditions prevailed. The airplane was substantially damaged; the Private pilot and sole occupant was not injured. While nearing the destination airport, the engine suddenly experienced a total loss of engine power.
Key Takeaways:
- A float-equipped airplane experienced a total loss of engine power and an in-flight fire, necessitating an emergency landing on a lake.
- The Private pilot, the sole occupant, was not injured despite the engine compartment being on fire prior to landing.
- The airplane was substantially damaged by the fire, which the pilot observed after safely exiting onto a float.
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