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August 27, 1995 · Isaacson KOLB TWIN STAR MK II KOLB TWIN · N141KE

Mansfield, TX

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 27, 1995
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 serious injuries)
Location
Mansfield, TX
Aircraft
Isaacson KOLB TWIN STAR MK II KOLB TWIN
Tail Number
N141KE
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
FTW95LA364

After takeoff, the engine lost power at low altitude. The student pilot reported that he attempted to 'put the stick forward to get airspeed for landing, but did not have enough altitude.' Subsequently, the airplane impacted the ground approximately 45 degrees nose down. The fuel tank was found to be 3/4 full. No record was found to indicate that the pilot had a solo endorsement on his student pilot certificate.

NTSB Probable Cause

the loss of engine power for undertermined reasons, and the pilot's failure to maintain airspeed. A factor was the pilot's lack of flying experience.

Full Narrative

On August 27, 1995, at 0820 central daylight time, an Isaacson, Kolb Twin Star MK II, homebuilt airplane, N141KE, impacted terrain following a loss of power after takeoff from Flying "L" Airpark near Mansfield, Texas. The student pilot and his passenger received serious injuries. The aircraft was substantially damaged. The experimental airplane, owned by the pilot, was being operated under Title 14 CFR Part 91. No flight plan was filed and visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the personal flight. The pilot reported that, after takeoff, and climbing through 300 feet above ground level, the "engine failed with no warning signs" while in a right turn. He further reported that, he attempted to "put the stick forward to get airspeed for landing, but did not have enough altitude." Subsequently, the airplane impacted the ground approximately "45 degrees" nose down. A witness observed the aircraft descend into a plowed field, and roll over after impact. The airplane came to rest inverted at the initial point of impact. Examination of the airplane at the site by a FAA inspector, revealed the following: The support structure tubing for the tail section was bent approximately 160 degrees backward, under the cabin section. Both support braces for the main landing gear exhibited upward bending, and the fuselage was deformed and bent. Additionally, the fuel tank was found to be approximately 3/4 full. The pilot purchased the airplane in March of 1994; however, no record was found that indicates aircraft registry in the pilot's name. Additionally, no record was found that indicates that the pilot had a solo endorsement on his student pilot certificate.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:20 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Runway0
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftIsaacson KOLB TWIN STAR MK II KOLB TWIN
Tail NumberN141KE
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 532-UL · Reciprocating · 64
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury Summary2 injuries (2 serious injuries)
Fatal0
Serious2
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 51 · Third Class

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility5 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F
Altimeter30.00 inHg
Observation Time12:50
Weather SourceWFAC

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