Probable cause
A partial loss of engine power on takeoff due to a stuck intake valve on the No. 2 cylinder.
NTSB analysis
Shortly after takeoff, the airplane's engine lost partial power. The pilot was unable to maintain altitude, so he elected to perform a forced landing. He turned the airplane to the left to avoid a crowded marina, and the airplane stalled and impacted the water. Examination of the engine revealed that the No. 2 cylinder's intake valve was stuck in the open position.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for CEN12LA384 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Jun 16, 2012
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- Lake Dallas, Texas
- Nearest airport
- Lakeview Airport (30F)
- Highest injury
- Minor
- Minor injuries
- 2
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Amateur-built STARDUSTER TOO
- N-number
- N76NP
- Category
- Airplane
- Damage
- Substantial
- Operating rule
- Part 91 (general aviation)
- Purpose of flight
- Personal
From the NTSB aviation accident database: N-registered aircraft, events since 2008, data through Oct 28, 2026. The file is published monthly, so the latest weeks are incomplete and recent records can change. The official source is the NTSB aviation investigation search. CheckAero is independent and not affiliated with the NTSB.