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September 2, 2009 · Helio H-295 · N6468V

Koliganek, AK

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 2, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Koliganek, AK
Aircraft
Helio H-295
Tail Number
N6468V
Operator
Kirk Gay
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC09CA091

The commercial pilot was on a Title 14, CFR Part 91, passenger flight in conjunction with his fish guiding business when the accident occurred. The pilot reported that he was flying about 700 feet above ground level in his float-equipped, single-engine airplane, when he began transferring fuel from the auxiliary fuel tank to the main fuel tank, and the engine lost power. After a failed attempt to restart the engine, he said he was forced to land the airplane on the tundra. The pilot said there were no known mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident. He further reported that it had been raining for several days, and he should have sumped the fuel tanks prior to takeoff. He also stated that he should have initiated the fuel transfer at a higher altitude over terrain that was suitable for landing. He said the float attachments and the fuselage were damaged during the accident.

NTSB Probable Cause

A loss of engine power during cruise flight due to water in the fuel, and the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection.

Full Narrative

The commercial pilot was on a Title 14, CFR Part 91, passenger flight in conjunction with his fish guiding business when the accident occurred. The pilot reported he was flying about 700 feet above ground level in his float-equipped, single-engine airplane, when he began transferring fuel from the auxiliary fuel tank to the main fuel tank, and the engine quit. After a failed attempt to restart the engine, he said he was forced to land the airplane on the tundra. The pilot said there were no known mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident. He further reported that it had been raining for several days, and he should have sumped the fuel tanks prior to takeoff. He also stated that he should have initiated the fuel transfer at a higher altitude over terrain that was suitable for landing. He said the float attachments and the fuselage were damaged during the accident.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:30 AKDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftHelio H-295
Tail NumberN6468V
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorKirk Gay
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · GO-480 SERIES · Reciprocating · 295
Seats6

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 65 · Second Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind90° @ 10 kt, gusting 15 kt
Visibility5 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 1200 ft
Temperature / Dew Point55 / 0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO

Appendix: Source Data