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April 11, 1999 · Reindl Quickie 2 · N22RQ

Olathe, KS

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 11, 1999
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Olathe, KS
Aircraft
Reindl Quickie 2
Tail Number
N22RQ
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Destroyed
NTSB Number
CHI99LA127

In a written statement to the NTSB, the pilot stated that the engine was producing full power at the start of the takeoff roll. The pilot stated that he had reached an altitude of 100 to 200 feet when he realized the airplane's engine was losing power. The pilot stated that during the descent and eventual forced landing, the engine continued to run smooth without any roughness. He said that he believes the loss of power was due to the 'engine-carburetor combination.' A postaccident examination disclosed no evidence of any preimpact mechanical anomalies with the fuel system, engine, or airframe

NTSB Probable Cause

The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor associated with the accident is the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.

Full Narrative

On April 11, 1999, at 1449 central daylight time, an amateur-built Reindl Quickie 2, N22RQ, was destroyed during a forced landing following a partial loss of engine power during take-off from the New Century Aircenter Airport, near Olathe, Kansas. The pilot executed the forced landing to a plowed farm field. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident. The personal flight was conducted under 14 CFR Part 91. There was no flight plan on file. The pilot reported no injuries to himself or to his one passenger. The local flight was originating at the time of the accident. In a written statement, the pilot stated that the engine was producing full power at the start of the takeoff roll. The pilot stated that he had reached an altitude of 100 to 200 feet when he realized that he was losing power. The pilot stated that, during the descent and eventual forced landing, "the engine continued to run smooth without any roughness." The pilot stated that he believes the loss of power was due to the "engine-carburetor combination." At a post accident examination, the engine was found separated from the firewall, the engine was found to have compression, the continuity of the valve train and the accessory drives was confirmed, and no water was found in the fuel system. The carburetor was found separated from the engine and was damaged. The pilot reported that he had obtained fuel prior to the accident flight and fuel was found at the accident scene. No evidence of fuel contamination was found. No pre-existing anomalies were found regarding the airframe, and none were reported by the pilot.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:49 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Runway0
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftReindl Quickie 2
Tail NumberN22RQ
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageDestroyed
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRevmaster · 2100DQ · Reciprocating · 64
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 22 · Third Class

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind280° @ 15 kt, gusting 20 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point59 / 39 C
Altimeter30.00 inHg
Observation Time19:50
Weather SourceWFAC

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