Apr 5, 1999
Accident
Substantial FAIRBANKS, AK
Injuries1 minor
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 135
Probable Cause
The loss of engine power due to the failure of maintenance personnel to properly torque a connecting rod bolt during an engine overhaul, and the subsequent disconnection of the connecting rod bolt and connecting rod.
NTSB ANC99LA043