At approximately 1045 Central time, the airplane was substantially damaged upon impact with terrain following loss of engine power on initial takeoff. Both the commercial pilot and passenger were fatally injured. Visual conditions prevailed. According to initial statements provided by witnesses, the airplanes engine sounded normal until it was 100 to 200 feet agl. At this point the airplanes engine quit, and dark smoke emanated from the airplane. The airplane began a left, 30-degree-bank turn. The engine sounded as though it was attempting to restart prior to the airplane colliding with terrain.
January 5, 2011, Midlothian, Texas, Columbia Aircraft LC41-550FG
At approximately 1045 Central time, the airplane was substantially damaged upon impact with terrain following loss of engine power on initial takeoff. Both the commercial pilot and passenger were fatally injured. Visual conditions prevailed. According to initial statements provided by witnesses, the airplanes engine sounded normal until it was 100 to 200 feet agl.
Key Takeaways:
- An airplane was substantially damaged and both occupants fatally injured due to loss of engine power shortly after initial takeoff.
- Witnesses reported the engine quit at 100-200 feet AGL, emitting dark smoke, and sounded like it was attempting to restart before the plane crashed.
Key takeaways sponsored by Aviator Pro | Start Your Training ->
See a mistake? Contact us.
