NONE · Nanchang CJ-6A · 2006-11-23 · Queen Creek, AZ, USA
Event
NTSB number
LAX07LA045
Event ID
20061206X01744
Type
Accident
Date
2006-11-23
Location
Queen Creek, AZ, USA
Injuries
Highest injury
NONE
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
1
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Nanchang
Model
CJ-6A
Registration
N8181C
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The total loss of engine power resulting from the failure of the engine's air compressor due to a seized piston, which resulted in the stoppage of the oil pump, fuel pump, and tachometer generator, in addition to the compressor. The underlying reason for the piston seizure and air compressor failure is undetermined.