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Schweizer G 164B crash near Lyons Point, Louisiana, United States

minor2016-05-11
Summary

A total loss of engine power due to debris contamination of the fuel system. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection.

Incident details
Date
2016-05-11
Location
Lyons Point, Louisiana, United States
Operator type
civil
Fatalities
0
Injuries
1
Probable cause
Mechanical failure
Phase of flight
cruise
Weather
VMC
Source
NTSB CAROL ↗
30.0908, -92.4169
Quick stats
Severityminor
Fatalities0
Injuries1
SourceNTSB CAROL
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