Oct 16, 2003
Accident
Substantial Davenport, IA
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 135
Probable Cause
A loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the improper installation of the fuel nozzle. Also causal was the engine manufacturer's improper installation instructions for the nozzle pressure port plug on the fuel manifold valve. A factor associated with the accident was the corn crop which was contacted during the forced landing.
NTSB CHI04LA019