At about 0852 Central time, the airplane lost power during climbout and executed a forced landing next to a busy city thoroughfare. The airplane impacted trees and a light pole, but remained upright and came to rest in a grassy area next to the road. The airplane was substantially damaged. The pilot was fatally injured and the four passengers onboard were seriously injured. Visual conditions prevailed.
July 24, 2009, Fort Pierce, Fla., American AA-5
At about 0852 Central time, the airplane lost power during climbout and executed a forced landing next to a busy city thoroughfare. The airplane impacted trees and a light pole, but remained upright and came to rest in a grassy area next to the road. The airplane was substantially damaged. The pilot was fatally injured and the four passengers onboard were seriously injured. Visual conditions prevailed.
Key Takeaways:
- An airplane experienced a loss of power during climbout, necessitating a forced landing near a city thoroughfare.
- The aircraft impacted trees and a light pole, sustaining substantial damage.
- The pilot was fatally injured, and all four passengers onboard were seriously injured.
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