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June 30, 2006 · Baker Timithy Falco F8L · N4TB
Montgomery, NY
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 30, 2006
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 serious injury)
Location
Montgomery, NY
Aircraft
Baker Timithy Falco F8L
Tail Number
N4TB
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
NYC06CA164
The pilot of the homebuilt Falco F8L reported that he drained three to four cups of water from the airplane's fuel system prior to takeoff. During the initial climb after takeoff, the engine began to run rough and lost power. During the ensuing forced landing, the airplane impacted the ground and was substantially damaged. The pilot reported that the airplane had been parked outside the week prior to the flight, during abnormally high rainfall. The pilot also said he was not sufficiently careful in draining the airplane's fuel tank. Examination of the airplane did not reveal any pre-impact mechanical malfunctions.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's inadequate pre-flight inspection, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel contamination.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the homebuilt Falco F8L reported that he drained three to four cups of water from the airplane's fuel system prior to takeoff. During the initial climb after takeoff, the engine began to run rough and lose power. During the ensuing forced landing, the airplane impacted the ground and was substantially damaged. The pilot reported that the airplane had been parked outside the week prior to the flight, during abnormally high rainfall. The pilot also said he was not sufficiently careful in draining the airplane's fuel tank. Examination of the airplane did not reveal any pre-impact mechanical malfunctions.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:40 EDT
Nearest AirportOrange County (0nm)
Runway26
Runway Length3672 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBaker Timithy Falco F8L
Tail NumberN4TB
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-320 · Reciprocating · 150
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 serious injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 77 · Third Class · Serious
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind260° @ 8 kt, gusting 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point55
Altimeter29.94 inHg
Observation Time19:54
Weather SourceWFAC