LANCAIR 320
Huron, IN — October 5, 2025
Event Information
| Date | October 5, 2025 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN26LA008 |
| Event ID | 20251006201788 |
| Location | Huron, IN |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 38.68323, -86.63349 |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | LANCAIR |
| Model | 320 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | DEST |
Conditions
| Light Condition | NITE |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 1 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Full Narrative
On October 4, 2025, about 2130 central daylight time, a Lancair 320 airplane, N431M, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Huron, Indiana. The pilot was seriously injured. The airplane was operated under Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations as a Part 91 personal flight.
The pilot stated that during cruise flight at 4,500 ft, the engine stopped producing power without any warning. He attempted to restore engine power by increasing the mixture control to the fully rich position, adjusting the throttle position, and turning on the electric fuel pump. He was unable to maintain altitude and executed a forced landing into trees. The airplane was destroyed when it impacted trees.
The airplane was retained for further examination.
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.