PIPER PA-32R-301T
Reserve, NM — February 1, 2010
Event Information
| Date | February 1, 2010 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN10CA111 |
| Event ID | 20100202X55319 |
| Location | Reserve, NM |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 33.69417, -108.84944 |
| Airport | Reserve Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA-32R-301T |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
An in-flight fire due to a fuel leak from the No. 5 cylinder's broken fuel injector/line.
Full Narrative
During takeoff, the pilot heard a "pop" noise followed by smoke in the cockpit. The pilot elected to continue the takeoff roll and return to the airport; during the downwind leg, the smoke became severe. The pilot was able to land the airplane safely. Examination of the airplane revealed the engine, cowling, and firewall sustained fire damage. Additionally, the inspection revealed that a fuel injector/line on the number 5 cylinder was broken, and sprayed fuel onto the engine's turbocharger.
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.