Crash of a Cessna 207 Skywagon in Clinceni
Date & Time:
Jun 23, 2012 at 1110 LT
Registration:
D-EBBG
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
Clinceni - Clinceni
MSN:
207-0108
YOM:
1969
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
3
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Captain / Total hours on type:
182.00
Aircraft flight hours:
9019
Circumstances:
The single engine aircraft was engaged in skydiving flights at Clinceni Airport. Shortly after takeoff, while climbing to a height of about 200 feet, the engine failed. The pilot attempted an emergency landing when the aircraft crash landed in a field located 300 meters past the runway end. A skydiver was slightly injured while three other occupants were unhurt. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair.
Probable cause:
The connecting rod in the second cylinder failed during initial climb, causing the engine to stop. The authorization to operate skydiving flights was canceled 21 April 2012.
Final Report:
