Joes, CO, USA
N8459K
Schweizer Aircraft Corp G-164B
According to the pilot, the airplane experienced a loss of engine power after departing a dirt strip. The pilot stated that he "dumped the load" and performed a forced landing to a corn field. The airplane nosed over resulting in substantial damage. An examination of the engine revealed a failure of the supercharger assembly.
According to the Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report Form submitted by the pilot, the airplane experienced a loss of engine power after departing a dirt strip. The pilot stated that he "dumped the load" and performed a forced landing to a corn field. The airplane nosed over. The vertical stabilizer was crushed down and to the right 90 degrees and both top wings were crushed aft and wrinkled. An examination of the engine revealed the engine sump plug was full of metal. Further examination of the engine revealed heat damage on the impeller shaft, and a failure of the bearing retainer of the supercharger assembly.
A loss of engine power due to the failure of the supercharger. Contributing to the accident was a lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database
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