Stinson loses power after takeoff

This July 2009 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Stinson 108. Injuries: 1 Minor. Location: Gardner, Kan. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: According to the pilot, the airplane had just taken off and was approximately 300 feet above the ground when the engine lost power. Continue Reading »

===> Posted on July 24th, 2011 by Meg Godlewski. No comments. © GAN 2011.