Probable cause
The partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine revealed no evidence of any preimpact mechanical anomalies.
NTSB analysis
The pilot stated that, just after takeoff, as the airplane climbed through about 35 ft above ground level, the engine began to gradually lose power. Unable to restore power, the pilot made a forced landing in an area of densely populated trees. During the forced landing, the airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage.
A postaccident examination revealed no evidence of any preimpact mechanical anomalies with the airplane's engine or systems. The engine was subsequently started and then operated while still mounted on the airplane's airframe. No anomalies were observed during its operation, and the engine produced full factory-specified rpm.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for ANC15LA004 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Nov 15, 2014
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- Nenana, Alaska
- Nearest airport
- Old Minto (PVT)
- Highest injury
- None
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Night
Helio H 295
- N-number
- N6465V
- Category
- Airplane
- Year built
- 1969
- Damage
- Substantial
- Operating rule
- Part 135 (charter and commuter)
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