Aug 20, 1997
Accident
Substantial DES MOINES, IA
Injuries1 minor
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsIMC
OperationFAR 135
Probable Cause
the pilot's improper in-flight planning/decision and failure to perform the emergency procedure for shut-down of the right engine. Factors relating to the accident were: the power lever cable became disconnected from the fuel control unit, due to improper maintenance; and reduced directional control of the airplane, when one engine remained at a high power setting.
NTSB CHI97LA266