AAIB Bulletin: 8/2015
CESSNA U206G STATIONAIR II · Service Bulletins
Overview
This document is an accident report concerning the Cessna U206G Stationair, specifically registration G-CCSN. It details an incident that occurred on May 13, 2015, during an aerial work flight. The report outlines the circumstances leading to the engine failure, the pilot's actions during the emergency, and the aftermath of the accident. It provides insights into the operational history of the pilot and the condition of the aircraft at the time of the incident. The bulletin serves as a record for safety analysis and future reference for similar aircraft operations.
- The aircraft involved was a Cessna U206G Stationair, registration G-CCSN.
- The engine failure occurred during a downwind approach for landing.
- The pilot had a total of 778 flying hours, with approximately 600 hours on the U206G.
- Fuel levels were estimated to be between ½ to ¾ full at the time of the incident.
- The engine restarted smoothly after recovery, despite the damage.
Document
Source
Originally published by assets.publishing.service.gov.uk. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Service Bulletins
- Year
- 2015
- Pages
- 1
- File size
- 151 KB
- Publisher
- assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Engine model
- Continental Motors Corp IO-520-F
Most owners only have the POH. Here's the essential set for the CESSNA U206G STATIONAIR II.
- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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In this document
Accident Overview
The accident involved the Cessna U206G Stationair, registration G-CCSN, which experienced an engine failure during a downwind approach for landing. The pilot attempted to troubleshoot the issue but was unable to rectify it before executing a glide landing, which resulted in a hard landing and significant damage to the aircraft.
Pilot's Actions
Upon experiencing engine failure, the pilot checked the engine controls, including magneto switches and fuel selector, but found no issues. He proceeded with a glide approach, adjusting flaps and aligning with the runway, but ultimately landed short, leading to damage.
Post-Accident Investigation
After the accident, the operator checked the fuel levels, estimating them to be between ½ to ¾ full. Fuel samples were taken, and the engine was restarted successfully after recovery, indicating no immediate mechanical failure.
Safety notes
- Ensure thorough pre-flight checks of fuel and engine systems to prevent similar incidents.
- Pilots should be familiar with emergency procedures for engine failure during approach.
Full document text
54 © Crown copyright 2015 AAIB Bulletin: 8/2015 G-CCSN EW/G2015/05/06 ACCIDENT Aircraft Type and Registration: Cessna U206G Stationair, G-CCSN No & Type of Engines: 1 Continental Motors Corp IO-520-F piston engine Year of Manufacture: 1978 (Serial no: U206-04224) Date & Time (UTC): 13 May 2015 at 1025 hrs Location: Strathallan Airfield, Perthshire Type of Flight: Aerial work Persons on Board: Crew - 1 Passengers - 2 Injuries: Crew - None Passengers - 1 (Minor) Nature of Damage: Damaged beyond economic repair Commander’s Licence: Private Pilot’s Licence Commander’s Age: 54 years Commander’s Flying Experience: 778 hours (of which approximately 600 were on type) Last 90 days - 30 hours Last 28 days - 15 hours Information Source: Aircraft Accident Report Form submitted by the pilot and additional enquiries by the AAIB The aircraft was late downwind, to land, when the engine stopped. The pilot checked the engine controls, including the magneto switches and fuel selector, but saw nothing amiss. He continued with a glide approach, selected flaps back to up and turned onto the runway heading. Unfortunately, he was unable to reach the airfield and landed heavily in the field before it, detaching the nose landing gear and breaking the rear fuselage. One passenger sustained a minor injury. The operator of G-CCSN witnessed the accident and quickly attended the scene. In the presence of another witness, he removed the fuel caps and dipped his fingers in to verify the presence of fuel, estimating that both tanks were about ½ to ¾ full. He then took fuel samples and checked for obvious anomalies, finding none. He checked for the presence of fuel in the injection system and found a normal amount, so he decided to run the engine. After recovery, the damaged propeller blades were cropped, the battery reconnected and the engine started, running quite smoothly, despite the lack of propeller blades. At the time of preparation of this Bulletin, there is no obvious reason for the engine failure.