Accident · 2017-05-09
What the record says
- Event date
- 2017-05-09
- Event type
- Accident
- Highest injury level
- No injuries
- Aircraft
- CESSNA 150M (N714DW)
- Operating rule
- Part 91
- Operator
- Tailwheels Etc Inc. Operator named in NTSB report
- Operated by (per NTSB report)
- Tailwheels Etc.
Probable cause
A total loss of engine power due to inadequate maintenance and inspection of the engine, which resulted in a fatigue crack and subsequent failure of the No. 4 cylinder.
Source: NTSB case ERA17LA176Flight crew
Certification and experience as recorded in the NTSB accident database for this event. The NTSB records these facts about the crew's flying history; GroundCheck shows them as filed, without names or identities.
| Role | Certificate | Instrument rating | Age | Medical | Flight hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot pilot flying | Private | Airplane | 28 | Class 1 (2017-01-17) | 198 total · 194 in this make/model · 167 as PIC · 142 last 90 days |
Facts as the NTSB records them — GroundCheck adds no judgement. Preliminary records may be revised as the investigation proceeds.