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September 14, 2005 · Cessna 172M · N19998

Amarillo, TX

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 14, 2005
Injury Outcomes
4 injuries (4 minor injuries)
Location
Amarillo, TX
Aircraft
Cessna 172M
Tail Number
N19998
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Destroyed
NTSB Number
DFW05CA237

The 1,300-hour private pilot reported that during the initial takeoff climb, while at an estimated altitude of 75 to 80 feet above the ground, the engine RPM decayed to 1,950 RPM. Subsequently, the airplane's rate of climb was reduced to zero. The pilot responded by lowering the nose of the airplane and extending the flaps. With no remaining usable runway, the pilot turned the airplane to the left and elected to perform an emergency landing to a field. The pilot added that while maneuvering to avoid a fence, the airplane stalled, impacted the terrain and came to rest on its right side. The pilot, his 3 passengers and two small dogs were able to egress the airplane unassisted. The airplane was engulfed in flames a few minutes later. About 13 minutes after the mishap the weather reporting station 12 miles northeast of the accident site reported, the wind from 040 degrees at 13 knots, the temperature 57 degrees Fahrenheit, and dew point of 55 degrees Fahrenheit. According to information on a Carburetor Icing Probability Chart at the operating temperature/dew point, the airplane was found to be operating within the "serious icing at cruise power" range. Examination of the engine did not revealed any mechanical anomalies. Runway 35 was reported as a 3,800-foot long by 60-foot wide turf runway. The field elevation at the airport was reported at 3,615 feet and the density altitude was calculated at 4,347 feet. The estimated weight of the airplane at the time of departure was at its maximum takeoff weight of 2,300 pounds.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. Contributing factors were the reported loss of engine power for undetermined reasons and the high density altitude.

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This report is based on information received by the NTSB. Additional details may be found in the NTSB's public docket for this case. For further information, please contact the NTSB Office of Public Inquiries.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time09:40 CDT
Nearest AirportBlue Sky Airfield (0nm)
Runway35
Runway Length3800 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireGrd
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna 172M
Tail NumberN19998
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageDestroyed
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 E2D · Reciprocating · 150
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury Summary4 injuries (4 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor4
Uninjured0
Total4
Crew 1Age 53 · Third Class · Minor

Conditions

ConditionsIMC
LightDaylight
Wind40° @ 13 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 900 ft
Temperature / Dew Point57 / 55
Altimeter30.03 inHg
Observation Time14:53
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data