1 fatal · Cessna 177RG · 2003-11-13 · Blk Canyon City, AZ, USA
Event
NTSB number
LAX04FA042
Event ID
20031126X01957
Type
Accident
Date
2003-11-13
Location
Blk Canyon City, AZ, USA
Coordinates
34.130916, -112.129875
Injuries
Highest injury
FATL
Fatal
1
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Cessna
Model
177RG
Registration
N431DL
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
DEST
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
a loss of engine power due to the failure of the single-drive dual magneto that resulted from inadequate lubrication of the breaker cam. Also causal was the improper maintenance by other maintenance personnel during a recent inspection, which should have detected the lubrication deficiency. A contributing factor in the accident that likely exacerbated the pilot's injuries was his decision not to wear the installed shoulder harness.