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September 7, 2020 · Beech 35 G35 · N4636D

Canyon Lake, TX

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 7, 2020
Injury Outcomes
3 injuries (2 serious injuries, 1 minor injury)
Location
Canyon Lake, TX
Aircraft
Beech 35 G35 (1956)
Tail Number
N4636D
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN20LA380

The pilot reported that the airplane’s engine lost all power shortly after he switched fuel tanks in preparation for landing. Attempts to restart, which included selecting the other fuel tanks, were unsuccessful. The airplane was damaged when it struck trees and terrain during the subsequent forced landing. Postaccident examination of the airplane’s engine and fuel system failed to reveal a reason for the reported loss of engine power. Based on available evidence, the accident was the result of a total loss of engine power for a reason that could not be determined based on available information.

NTSB Probable Cause

The total loss of engine power for a reason that could not be determined based on available information.

Full Narrative

On September 7, 2020, about 1247 central daylight time, a Beech G35 airplane, N4636D, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Canyon Lake, Texas. The pilot and one passenger were seriously injured. A second passenger received minor injuries. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The pilot reported that while enroute to the Canyon Lake Airport (34TS) the engine lost all power shortly after he switched the fuel selector to the left main fuel tank in preparation for landing. The pilot attempted a forced landing to a clearing but struck trees on the edge of the clearing and the airplane impacted the ground. The airplane incurred substantial damage to its fuselage and both wings. Postaccident examination of the airplane’s engine and fuel system did not reveal a reason for the reported loss of engine power.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:47 CDT
Nearest AirportCanyon Lake (4.5nm NNW)
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftBeech 35 G35
Tail NumberN4636D
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury Summary3 injuries (2 serious injuries, 1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious2
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total3
Crew 1Age 65 · Basc · Serious

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind210° @ 11 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point66 F
Altimeter29.92 inHg
Observation Time17:51
Weather SourceWFAC

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