Probable cause
A total loss of engine power for reasons undetermined. Contributing to the accident was the unsuitable terrain on which to make a forced landing.
NTSB analysis
The pilot said that when he was on final approach, he noticed he was slightly below the glidepath and added power to compensate, The engine did not respond and he was forced to land in a barley field. Examination of the engine disclosed power train continuity and thumb compression on all cylinders. The fractured throttle arm failed in overload. The reason for the loss of power was not determined.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for DEN08LA128 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Jul 23, 2008
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- Longmont, Colorado
- Nearest airport
- Vance Brand (LMO)
- Highest injury
- None
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Beech 35-C33A
- N-number
- N7965M
- 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.