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November 1, 2013 · Teal Harry H Sonerai II Stretch · N1927B

De Leon Springs, FL

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 1, 2013
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
De Leon Springs, FL
Aircraft
Teal Harry H Sonerai II Stretch (2009)
Tail Number
N1927B
Operator
Teal Harry H
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA14LA034

The pilot reported that, about 40 minutes into the local flight, the engine lost total power. He was unable to restart the engine, so he conducted a forced landing. The airplane collided with trees and terrain and came to rest inverted. The pilot reported that he began the flight with 9 gallons of fuel on board and used about 3 gallons during the flight. Although only evidence of residual fuel was found in the fuel system, the impact breached the fuel system, and rain was present at the wreckage site after the accident. A postaccident examination of the airframe and engine revealed no evidence of preexisting mechanical anomalies or failures that would have precluded normal operation. The reason for the engine power loss could not be determined.

NTSB Probable Cause

A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine revealed no evidence of preexisting mechanical anomalies or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

Full Narrative

On November 1, 2013, about 1020 eastern daylight time, a Teal Sonerai II Stretch, N1927B, was substantially damaged following a total loss of engine power and collision with trees near De Leon Springs, Florida. The sport pilot received minor injuries. The experimental, amateur-built airplane was operated by the pilot under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as a personal flight. Day, visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan was filed. The flight originated from Deland, Florida (DED), about 0930. The pilot reported that he had been airborne for about 40 minutes when, at 3,000 feet above mean sea level, the engine lost power and stopped running. He attempted to restart the engine without success. He attempted a forced landing and the airplane collided with trees and terrain before coming rest, inverted. An inspector with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) responded to the accident site and inspected the wreckage. The airplane came to rest, inverted, positioned against trees in a wooded area. Only evidence of residual fuel was found in the fuel system; however, the impact with trees breached the fuel system and there was rain at the wreckage site after the accident. There was no fire. The fuselage, both wings, and the horizontal stabilizer received structural damage. The cockpit canopy was shattered by a tree. The throttle and mixture cables remained attached to the carburetor. The mixture control was found in the full forward position and the throttle was retarded more than half way. The fuel selector was in the main position. The fuel gascolator screen was free of debris. After the wreckage was recovered, the FAA inspector performed a detailed examination of the engine and related systems. The following observations were noted. The engine case was undamaged and was free of oil or fuel leaks. Compression was observed on all cylinders when the propeller was rotated manually. The spark plugs were removed and several of the top plugs had oil and water residue on the electrodes; otherwise the plugs were normal in appearance. Rotation of the engine showed continuity to all engine accessories. The fuel selector, carburetor, fuel pressure regulator, and associated hoses showed no evidence of obstructions or pre-existing anomalies. The fuel gascolator mount was loose; however, there was no evidence of impact damage in that area. The pilot reported that he began the flight with 9 gallons of fuel on board and he verified that amount with a sight gauge. He estimated that he used about 3 gallons of fuel during the flight and had 6 gallons on board at the time of the engine power loss. The engine was not equipped with carburetor heat and the carburetor was not susceptible to icing due to its design.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:20 EDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftTeal Harry H Sonerai II Stretch
Tail NumberN1927B
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorTeal Harry H
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsVolkswagen · 2180 · Reciprocating · 100
Seats1

People & Injuries

Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 83 · Sprt · Minor

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind190° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F
Altimeter29.98 inHg
Observation Time14:15
Weather SourceWFAC

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