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March 28, 2008 · Douglas D Turner Vans RV8 · N130X

Deland, FL

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 28, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Deland, FL
Aircraft
Douglas D Turner Vans RV8
Tail Number
N130X
Operator
Bruce F Turner
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
MIA08LA083

During takeoff at 300 feet with the fuel selector positioned to the left tank and an adequate supply of non-contaminated fuel in that tank, the engine experienced a loss of engine power. The pilot maneuvered for a forced landing in a clearing and while descending for a forced landing, the airplane collided with a power line then the ground. The airplane then rolled across a ditch. There were no obstructions of the fuel supply or fuel vent lines for the left fuel tank. Examination of the engine after the accident showed no evidence of failure or malfunction of the engine or engine accessories.

NTSB Probable Cause

The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain for a forced landing.

Full Narrative

On March 28, 2008, about 1315 eastern daylight time, an amateur built Vans RV8, N130X, registered to and operated by a private individual, was substantially damaged during a forced landing shortly after takeoff from DeLand Municipal Airport-Sidney H. Taylor Field (DED), DeLand, Florida. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time and no flight plan was filed for the 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 91 personal flight from DED, to Spruce Creek Airport, Port Orange, Florida. The commercial-rated pilot, the sole occupant, was not injured. The flight was originating at the time of the accident. The pilot stated that during the initial climb at 300 feet, with the fuel selector on the left tank position, the engine quit. He banked to the right and while descending for a forced landing in a clearing, the airplane collided with a single power line. The airplane contacted the ground, rolled approximately 300 feet, then traveled across a ditch. Examination of the airplane following recovery by an FAA Aviation Safety Inspector revealed damage to the fuselage, both wings, and vertical stabilizer. Approximately 12.5 gallons of 100 low-lead fuel were contained in the left fuel tank and approximately 6 gallons of 100 low-lead fuel were contained in the right fuel tank. No fuel contamination was noted, and no obstructions of the fuel supply or fuel vent lines for the left fuel tank were noted. Examination of the engine, and engine accessories consisting of the magnetos revealed no evidence of preimpact failure or malfunction. The servo fuel injector (fuel servo) and fuel manifold valve were retained by FAA for further examination. The fuel servo and fuel manifold valve were examined at a FAA approved repair station with FAA oversight. The examination of the fuel servo revealed the throttle plate was completely closed (specification is .006 inch gap), and the inlet screen was clean. Bench testing of the fuel servo and fuel manifold valve revealed both flowed within limits. No determination was made as to the reason for the reported loss of engine power.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:15 EDT
Nearest AirportDeland Municipal Airport (1nm)
Runway23
Runway Length4301 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftDouglas D Turner Vans RV8
Tail NumberN130X
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorBruce F Turner
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · IO-360 · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 61 · Third Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point48
Altimeter30.14 inHg
Observation Time16:53
Weather SourceWFAC

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