# NTSB NYC00LA203: Cessna 172M, N80624, Columbus, OH, July 19, 2000 - Type: NTSB accident investigation - Classification: Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report - Date: July 19, 2000, 08:10 local (12:10 UTC) - Place: Columbus, OH - Coordinates: 40.010967, -83.020324 (estimated) - Nearby events: https://openairdocs.org/map.md?lat=40.0110&lon=-83.0203&mi=10 - Phase of flight: [Initial climb](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb-phases/350) (OpenAirDocs' grouping) - Highest injury: Minor injuries - Injuries: 1 minor - Status: Completed, report March 2, 2001 - Report: Approved by Office Director - NTSB case key (mKey): 49749 - NTSB case page: https://web.ntsb.gov/investigations/?ntsbnumber=NYC00LA203 - NTSB report (PDF, downloads): https://data.ntsb.gov/carol-repgen/api/Aviation/ReportMain/GenerateNewestReport/49749/pdf - Page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC00LA203 ## Probable cause a partial power loss for undetermined reason(s). ## Sequence of events In NTSB's coding before 2008 (https://www.ntsb.gov/GILS/Documents/codman.pdf). - Loss of engine power(partial) - nonmechanical, takeoff - initial climb - reason for occurrence undetermined (cause) - Forced landing, descent - emergency - Overrun, landing - roll - On ground/water collision with object, landing - roll - object - fence ## Analysis The pilot departed on Runway 9R, and when the airplane was about 500 feet above the ground, the engine started to sputter and lose power. The pilot initiated a right turn and landed long on runway 27R. The airplane departed the end of the runway and continued for about 500 feet before it struck a chain link fence, and stopped. The engine was run at the accident site by a FAA inspector, who reported it ran 'hesitantly.' The airplane was moved to a hanger. Examination found no contamination in the fuel or the carburetor. Some moisture was found in the foam air filter, and the carburetor heat was operative. The engine was run again, and a low power magneto check was performed satisfactorily. The weather report prior to departure indicated light rain. However the pilot reported it was not raining at the time of the accident. ## Factual narrative On July 19, 2000, about 0810 Eastern Daylight Time, a Cessna 172M, N80624, was substantially damaged during a forced landing after takeoff from Ohio State University Airport, Columbus, Ohio. The certificated private pilot received minor injuries. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the business flight. No flight plan had been filed for the flight that was conducted under 14 CFR Part 91. According to the pilot, he conducted a pre-flight examination of the airplane prior to departure. The examination included draining fuel to check for water, and none was found. Upon completion of the pre-flight examination, the engine was started and the airplane was taxied to the runway for departure. The takeoff was initiated on Runway 9R. When the airplane was about 500 feet above the ground, the engine started to sputter. Although the engine experienced a partial power loss, it never lost power totally. The pilot initiated a left turn to land on Runway 27R. The airplane landed long, overran the end of the runway, and struck a chain link fence. According to an airworthiness inspector from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the chain link fence was located about 500 feet beyond the departure end of the runway. The airplane came to rest after it passed through the fence. Fuel was drained from both wing tanks and no water was observed. The engine was then started and ran for about 10 seconds during which time the engine ran "labored", after which the engine was shut down. The airplane was moved to a hanger where the engine cowling and air filter were removed, and found to contain a small amount of water. However, airflow to the engine was not blocked. No contamination was found in the carburetor, and the carburetor heat was operative. The engine was started again and accelerated to 1,200 RPM where a magneto check was performed, and no problems reported. Further engine runs were not accomplished due to damaged engine mounts. The pilot reported that it was not raining at the time of the accident; however, the 0753 weather observation recorded light rain which began at 0719. The temperature and dewpoint were recorded as 17 degrees Celsius and 14 degrees Celsius respectively. The 0853 weather observation recorded rain. When asked about the use of carburetor heat, the pilot reported he checked it twice during the engine run-up and did not observe a drop in engine rpm. When asked how long he kept the carburetor heat applied, he reported it was not over 2 seconds each time. ## Aircraft - Registration: [N80624](https://openairdocs.org/deregistered/N80624-2013-07-16), registration cancelled 2013-07-16, S/N 17266675, built 1976 (OpenAirDocs) - Reported make and model: Cessna 172M - Registry model: [Cessna 172M](https://openairdocs.org/model/cessna-172m) (registry code 2072418) (OpenAirDocs) - Registry engine: [Lycoming 0-320 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-0-320-series) (registry code 41508, reciprocating) (OpenAirDocs) - Category: Airplane - Serial number: 17266675 - Airframe hours: 7195 - Engines: Lycoming O-320-E2D 160 horsepower reciprocating - Damage: Substantial damage - Flight: Business, Part 91 - Registered owner: Central Ohio Flyers Assoc - Airworthiness certificate: Standard, Normal; Standard, Utility - Departed: 0SU - Destination: 2I8, NEWARK, OH - Airport: OSU, Ohio State University, runway 27R, 2,994 × 100 ft, asphalt ## Flight crew As NTSB recorded them. NTSB leaves out names. - Pilot; age 66; private; airplane ratings: single-engine land; instrument ratings: airplane; medical: class 3, valid medical--w/ waivers/lim; seat: left; flight hours: 1,648 total, 150 in this make and model, 1,495 as pilot in command, 21 in the last 90 days, 6 in the last 30 days ## Weather - Conditions: Visual (VMC), Day - Wind: 60° at 4 knots - Visibility: 10 statute miles - Lowest ceiling: 5,000 ft overcast - Temperature: 63 °F, dew point 57 °F - Altimeter: 29.00 inHg - Observed at: OSU ## FAA reports on this event (1) The FAA's own accident and incident reports, matched to the aircraft by N-number and date (OpenAirDocs). - [Accident 20000719037309A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000719037309A), Jul 19, 2000: Cessna 172M, Columbus, OH, No damage. (-23) Departed Ohio State University Airport (osu) Columbus, OH. On runway 9R. Experienced engine power reduction at estimated 500' altitude, turned 180… From the NTSB's public API. 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