[JYO] NTSB - N960CT Final Report



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NTSB Identification: NYC02FA131. The docket is stored on NTSB microfiche 
number DMS.14 CFR Part 91: General AviationAccident occurred Saturday, July 
06, 2002 in Leesburg, VAAircraft: Diamond Aircraft Industries DA 20C-1, 
registration: N960CTInjuries: 1 Fatal, 1 Serious.
The passenger reported that the pilot departed the airport, completed a 
touch-and go, and flew to a practice area. The passenger then flew two 
clearing turns at 2,500 feet msl, and the pilot subsequently retook control 
of the airplane and climbed to 3,000 feet msl. After the pilot leveled the 
airplane about 2,900 feet msl, the engine lost all power. The pilot completed 
emergency checklist items, but was unable to restart the engine. The pilot 
then attempted a forced landing to a field. The airplane impacted in 
residential area; left wing low, nose down, and slid about 100 feet. Aside 
from a sooty number two cylinder, examination of the wreckage did not reveal 
any discrepancies. After the initial examination, the engine was then 
disassembled, and no discrepancies were observed. The fuel control unit, 
injector lines, nozzles, manifold, magnetos, number two cylinder and piston, 
and connecting rod, were all tested at the engine manufacturer's facility. 
The fuel components and magnetos flowed and tested within specifications 
respectively. The cause of the black sooty deposit within the number two 
cylinder could not be determined; however, the deposit appeared to be over 
normal combustion deposit. 
The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of 
this accident as follows: A loss of engine power for undetermined reasons.

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