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June 12, 2009 · Throckmorton Matthew E F1-EVO · N540MT

Mitchell, IN

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 12, 2009
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (1 serious injury, 1 minor injury)
Location
Mitchell, IN
Aircraft
Throckmorton Matthew E F1-EVO
Tail Number
N540MT
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN09CA354

The pilot reported that during cruise flight he observed an oil pressure warning indication on the electronic flight instrument system and noted that the engine oil pressure had dropped to approximately one pound per square inch. He immediately turned toward the nearest airport, which was about 7 miles away; however, the engine stopped producing power about one minute later. The pilot prepared for a forced landing to a farm field. The field consisted of chest-high grass with soft, muddy areas. The airplane subsequently nosed over during the landing. A postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that an oil line between the oil cooler and the engine became disconnected. The oil line and fitting appeared to be otherwise intact. The examination also noted oil residue along the bottom of the fuselage. The oil line connection was not equipped with a clamp, and relied on the interference of the line and the fitting to maintain the connection. The pilot stated that the oil line manufacturer assured him that the design configuration was adequate.

NTSB Probable Cause

A total loss of engine power due to the disconnection of an oil line and the subsequent loss of engine oil.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that during cruise flight he observed an oil pressure warning indication on the electronic flight instrument system (EFIS) and noted that the engine oil pressure had dropped to approximately one pound per square inch (psi). He immediately turned toward the nearest airport, which was about 7 miles away. However, the engine stopped producing power about one minute later. The pilot prepared for a forced landing to a farm field. The field consisted of chest-high grass with soft, muddy areas. The airplane subsequently nosed over during the landing. A post-accident examination of the airplane revealed that an oil line between the oil cooler and the engine became disconnected. The oil line and fitting appeared to be otherwise intact. The examination also noted oil residue along the bottom of the fuselage. The oil line connection was not equipped with a clamp, and relied on the interference of the line and the fitting to maintain the connection. The pilot stated that the oil line manufacturer assured him that the design configuration was adequate.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:30 EDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftThrockmorton Matthew E F1-EVO
Tail NumberN540MT
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsMattittuck · TMX-IO-540 · Reciprocating · 260
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury Summary2 injuries (1 serious injury, 1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 50 · Third Class · Serious

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind300° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 2700 ft
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 61 F
Altimeter29.94 inHg
Observation Time18:53
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data