NONE · Piper PA-24-250 · 2002-05-31 · Sparta, IL, USA
Event
NTSB number
CHI02LA150
Event ID
20020606X00824
Type
Accident
Date
2002-05-31
Location
Sparta, IL, USA
Coordinates
38.149002, -89.709281
Injuries
Highest injury
NONE
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
4
Total aboard
4
Aircraft
Make
Piper
Model
PA-24-250
Registration
N5360P
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The total loss of engine power due to a separated cylinder and the failure of the pilot to perform a precautionary landing at the nearest suitable airport when the engine had a partial loss of engine power. The failure of the aircraft owners to perform an engine overhaul and the unsuitable terrain encountered during the emergency landing were contributing factors.