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May 12, 2024 · Titan T51 D · N260Y

Novi, MI

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 12, 2024
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 serious injury)
Location
Novi, MI
Aircraft
Titan T51 D (2013)
Tail Number
N260Y
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN24LA185

The pilot recalled that the airplane’s electrical system voltage read 11 volts on takeoff; about 6 minutes into the flight, the engine lost all power. The airplane collided with trees during the off-airport forced landing, resulting in substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The low voltage that the pilot reported was likely an indication that the airplane’s alternator was not charging the airplane’s battery properly. The airplane was equipped with an electronic fuel injection system that required a minimum of 7 volts to properly function. Following the accident, a loose connector that powered and controlled “Channel A” of the electronic fuel injection system was found to be not fully seated, which might have resulted in a loss of function on half of the injectors. However, it could not be determined if this was impact related. No other discrepancies were noted with the engine that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

A failure of the electrical system, resulting in a loss of fuel injection and subsequent loss of engine power.

Full Narrative

On May 12, 2024, about 1837 eastern daylight time, a Titan T-51 airplane, N260Y, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Novi, Michigan. The pilot was seriously injured. The airplane was operated under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as a personal flight. The pilot departed from the Canton-Plymouth-Mettetal Airport (1D2), Plymouth, Michigan, on a local flight. Shortly after takeoff, the airplane’s Honda J35A6 engine lost power and the pilot performed a forced landing. During the landing the airplane collided with trees, which resulted in substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. FAA inspectors responded to the accident site, interviewed the pilot, and examined the airplane. About 6 minutes after takeoff, the airplane’s engine stopped producing power. The pilot recalled that the airplane’s voltage indicator was showing 11 volts when he departed. The airplane was equipped with a Simple Digital System EM-4 electronic fuel injection system. According to the manufacturer, a minimum of 7 volts was needed to maintain proper operation of the system. Following the accident, a loose connector on the EM-4 that powered and controlled “Channel A” of the fuel injectors was found to be not fully seated. No other discrepancies were noted with the engine that would have precluded normal operation. Despite multiple attempts, the pilot did not submit an accident/incident report form or return any correspondence.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:37 EDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftTitan T51 D
Tail NumberN260Y
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsHonda · J35AS · Reciprocating · 245
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury Summary1 injury (1 serious injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 71 · Basc · Serious

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind210° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 41 F
Altimeter29.86 inHg
Observation Time18:35
Weather SourceWFAC

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