Amateur-built Dragonfly B N7008Z accident near Buckley, Washington

Probable cause

A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information.

NTSB analysis

The pilot noted no anomalies during the preflight, engine start, or runup inspections. However, shortly after takeoff, while on the crosswind leg of the traffic pattern, the engine lost power and the propeller stopped turning. The pilot prepared for a forced landing to a clearing and deployed the airplane’s parachute system. The airplane impacted a tree just prior to landing. A visual examination of the engine at the accident site revealed no obvious holes in the engine case, and fuel was observed leaking from the fuel pump and fuel filter. Further examination of the fuel pump and fuel filter revealed no mechanical anomalies. The reason for the loss of engine power could not be determined based on the available information.

Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for WPR18LA204 for the full record.