An engine oil line leak and subsequent engine compartment fire while in cruise flight.
aviation accidents
Fractured exhaust valve leads to power loss
A loss of engine power while maneuvering due to a broken exhaust valve.
Long landing goes bad
The pilot’s failure to properly achieve the correct touch down point, which resulted in a runway overrun and subsequent noseover into a ditch.
Student loses it in crosswind
The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing. The crosswind was a factor.
Pilot crashes after getting lost
The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing on the grass airstrip. The pilot’s getting lost, poor fuel management and lack of experience on grass runways were factors.
Failure to go around leads to crash
The pilot’s misjudged flare and improper recovery from a bounced landing, which caused the nose gear to collapse.
Engine failure leads to forced landing
A loss of engine power due to carburetor icing, and the pilot’s delay in using carburetor heat.
Gusty winds get better of student pilot
The student pilot’s inadequate recovery from a bounced landing.
Crosswind takes toll on training flight
The instructor’s inadequate remedial action following the student pilot’s loss of control during the crosswind landing and the instructor’s failure to compensate for the wind conditions.