Probable cause
A partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.
NTSB analysis
During takeoff initial climb at an altitude of about 100 feet above ground level, the climb performance of the airplane degraded along with a partial loss of engine power. The certified flight instructor (CFI) advanced the mixture to the full rich position, checked the carburetor heat, and verified that the throttle was full forward. The CFI then took control of the airplane from the student pilot, and initiated a forced landing into an open soft field. During the landing, the wheels of the airplane sunk into mud, and the airplane nosed over. Examination of the engine, fuel system, and airframe systems related to engine operation revealed no anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for LAX08LA240 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Jul 22, 2008
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- Bountiful, Utah
- Nearest airport
- Skypark Airport (KBTF)
- Highest injury
- Minor
- Minor injuries
- 2
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Cessna 172M
- N-number
- N7672
- Category
- Airplane
- Damage
- Substantial
- Operating rule
- Part 91 (general aviation)
- Purpose of flight
- Instructional
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.