Accident · destroyed
Apr 2, 2000 · Stanwood, WAThe disengagement of the oil jet fitting from its threaded receptacle at the forward end of the engine crankshaft. This resulted in excessive oil within the clutch assembly, the subsequent slipping of the clutch, and ultimately the disengagement of the rotor drive system from the engine. Contributing factors were the pilot's not maintaining clearance from the electric fences which were also…
- Damage
- Destroyed
- Injuries
- Fatal
- Report
- SEA00FA061
From NTSB records; matched by serial number.Read NTSB report (search CAROL for SEA00FA061)