MINR · Cessna 175A · 1997-12-13 · HOUSTON, TX, USA
Event
NTSB number
FTW98LA062
Event ID
20001208X09303
Type
Accident
Date
1997-12-13
Location
HOUSTON, TX, USA
Coordinates
29.999704, -95.669837
Injuries
Highest injury
MINR
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
2
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
2
Aircraft
Make
Cessna
Model
175A
Registration
N6846E
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The total loss of engine power resulting from detonation and the ensuing failure of the engine piston and connecting rod components. Factors were: the instructor's decision to take off with a known deficiency (magneto drop over limit), the flight instructor's lack of familiarity with the aircraft, and the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.