GRIMES BARRY R CHINOOK PLUS TWO
Magnolia Springs, AL — July 26, 2008
Event Information
| Date | July 26, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | NYC08CA321 |
| Event ID | 20090127X94610 |
| Location | Magnolia Springs, AL |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 30.42389, -87.77750 |
| Airport | Collier Airpark |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | GRIMES BARRY R |
| Model | CHINOOK PLUS TWO |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAWN |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The total loss of engine power during initial climb due to the failure of the fuel pump.
Full Narrative
The amateur-built Chinook Plus Two airplane experienced a loss of engine power during the initial climb after takeoff, at an altitude of 750 feet. The non-certificated pilot prepared for a forced landing to a soybean field and added two notches of flaps. As the airplane touched down, it rolled approximately 40 feet and nosed over, substantially damaging the fuselage. Examination of the fuel pump revealed the ceramic gears were jammed.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.