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February 14, 2022 · Piper PA22 150 · N7337D

Furlow, AR

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 14, 2022
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 serious injury)
Location
Furlow, AR
Aircraft
Piper PA22 150 (1957)
Tail Number
N7337D
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN22LA121

The pilot reported the takeoff and initial climb into the traffic pattern were uneventful. However, the engine began to run rough while on the downwind leg of the traffic pattern. The pilot immediately changed the fuel selector from the right tank to the left tank, verified that the carburetor heat was on, and turned the airplane toward the runway. The pilot’s efforts to restore engine power were not successful. The airplane was not able to glide to the runway, and the pilot executed a forced landing into a wooded area. Postaccident examination revealed that the left fuel tank was intact and the right fuel tank appeared to be compromised. A distinct fuel odor was present at the accident site and fuel was observed leaking from the left tank. The engine carburetor bowl contained minimal fuel, and the carburetor accelerator pump did not contain any fuel. No other anomalies with respect to the engine were observed. The pilot recalled that the left and right fuel tanks contained about 4 gallons and 7 gallons, respectively, before takeoff. While it is possible that the pilot’s decision to change to the tank containing less fuel resulted in unporting of the fuel tank inlet and the subsequent loss of engine power, the investigation was unable to determine the reason for the loss of power or the initial engine roughness.

NTSB Probable Cause

Not determined-Not determined-(general)-(general)-Unknown/Not determined

Full Narrative

On February 14, 2022, about 1640 central standard time, a Piper PA-22-150, N7337D, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Furlow, Arkansas. The pilot was seriously injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The pilot recalled that the left and right fuel tanks contained about 4 gallons and 7 gallons of fuel, respectively, before takeoff. He reported the takeoff and initial climb into the traffic pattern were uneventful. When the airplane was on the downwind leg, abeam the approach end of the runway, the engine began to run rough. The pilot immediately changed the fuel selector from the right tank to the left tank, verified that the carburetor heat was on, and turned the airplane toward the runway. The engine subsequently lost power completely. The airplane was not able to glide to the runway, and the pilot executed a forced landing into a wooded area, which resulted in damage to the fuselage, both wings, and the empennage. A postaccident airframe examination revealed that the left fuel tank was intact, and the right fuel tank appeared to be compromised. First responders noted a significant odor consistent with fuel while on scene. A postrecovery engine examination revealed that the carburetor bowl contained minimal fuel, the accelerator pump appeared functional but did not contain any fuel, and the fuel inlet screen was clean. No other anomalies with respect to the engine were observed. The pilot noted that on two occasions before the most recent annual inspection, the engine ran “very badly” for about 30 seconds and then immediately cleared up. The accident occurred during the pilot’s first flight in the airplane following the inspection. The inspection determined the muffler baffles were loose, and a new muffler was installed. An examination of the recently installed muffler did not reveal any anomalies.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:40 CST
Nearest AirportCountry Air Estates (0.8nm N)
Runway18
Runway Length3800 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftPiper PA22 150
Tail NumberN7337D
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 · Reciprocating · 150
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury Summary1 injury (1 serious injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 68 · Basc · Serious

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDusk
Wind190° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 7000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point57 / 28 C
Altimeter30.23 inHg
Observation Time18:53
Weather SourceWFAC

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