SERS · Schuler T BIRD II · 1996-08-12 · FOND DU LAC, WI, USA
Event
NTSB number
CHI96LA286
Event ID
20001208X06451
Type
Accident
Date
1996-08-12
Location
FOND DU LAC, WI, USA
Coordinates
43.769908, -88.439735
Injuries
Highest injury
SERS
Fatal
0
Serious
2
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
2
Aircraft
Make
Schuler
Model
T BIRD II
Registration
N31774
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
loss of engine power because of improperly insulated ignition wiring. Factors relating to the accident were improper maintenance; and high obstructions in the emergency landing area, which the pilot had to avoid, resulting in a collision with terrain.