Jun 16, 1996
Accident
Substantial MORGANTOWN, WV
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
An inadequate maintenance/annual inspection and failure of the muffler which resulted in melted insulation on the magneto 'P' leads and subsequent loss of engine power. A related factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.
NTSB IAD96LA099