NONE · Cessna 182 · 2004-09-06 · Gillette, WY, USA
Event
NTSB number
DEN04LA136
Event ID
20040908X01357
Type
Accident
Date
2004-09-06
Location
Gillette, WY, USA
Coordinates
44.174999, -105.635002
Injuries
Highest injury
NONE
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
1
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Cessna
Model
182
Registration
N2725G
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
improper engine overhaul performed by the mechanic which resulted in the fractured exhaust valve and subsequent partial loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.