Probable cause: The pilot’s improper decision to fly the airplane with a known engine problem and his improper modification of the engine control unit fuel delivery software, which led to the engine running too lean and resulted in a total loss of engine power during climb.
aviation accidents
Student’s aborted takeoff bends Cessna 172
Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain runway alignment during takeoff, which resulted in an aborted takeoff and runway excursion.
Hard landing ends in plane hitting tree
Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing and runway excursion.
Beech pilot’s go around goes awry
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper landing flare in gusting crosswind conditions.
Flight review ends in damaged airplane
Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare during gusting wind conditions, and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.
Soft-field takeoff ends in crash
Probable cause: The student pilot’s failure to maintain lateral control during a soft-field takeoff.
Kitfox hits fence while landing
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper approach altitude, which resulted in a collision with a fence.
Ag pilot hits power line
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from a power transmission wire.
Nieuport 17 crashes on first test flight
Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to attain a positive climb rate after takeoff in high-density altitude conditions, which resulted in a collision with terrain.




