Aug 13, 2001
Incident
Minor Bluefield, WV
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
Improper maintenance which resulted in the installation of an unserviceable piston assembly, and the subsequent catastrophic engine failure. Factors in this accident were the improper inspection by the piston supplier and the softening of the piston.
NTSB NYC01IA211