Piper PA-36
Thomas, OK — May 9, 2008
Event Information
| Date | May 9, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | DFW08CA136 |
| Event ID | 20080529X00744 |
| Location | Thomas, OK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 35.54472, -98.66833 |
| Airport | THOMAS P STAFFORD |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | Piper |
| Model | PA-36 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 137 |
| 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
The disconnected throttle linkage resulting in the loss of engine power during takeoff-initial climb. A factor contributing to the accident was the muddy forced landing site.
Full Narrative
The commercial pilot had just departed for an aerial application flight, when shortly after take-off the single-engine airplane lost engine power. The pilot reported that the engine seemed to go to idle and that he was unable to restore power. He then maneuvered the aircraft for a landing. During the forced landing, the aircraft was substantially damaged. A post inspection of the aircraft engine revealed that the bolt holding the throttle linkage to the fuel servo was missing.
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.