# NTSB Accident GAA17CA557
> **BELLET JAMES J VANS RV 8** · 2017-09-26 · Orange, MA, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** GAA17CA557
- **Event ID:** 20170926X41512
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2017-09-26
- **Location:** Orange, MA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 42.569999, -72.288612
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 2
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** BELLET JAMES J
- **Model:** VANS RV 8
- **Registration:** N184SJ
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAWN
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to remove the engine cowl plugs during preflight, which resulted in excessive engine cylinder head temperatures during climb and a total loss of engine power.

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