Crimp in fuel line brings down Coyote

This June 2009 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Rans Coyote II. Injuries: 1 Minor. Location: Williamsburg, Mich. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: According to the pilot/builder, he finished installing wingtip navigation and strobe lights shortly before the accident flight. He told investigators that when he installed the light he routed and secured the associated electrical wiring in the same area as the fuel tank output lines. Continue Reading »

===> Posted on June 7th, 2011 by Meg Godlewski. No comments. © GAN 2011.

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