N42366 is a 1968 Cessna 182L. It is a fixed-wing single-engine aircraft with 4 seats, powered by a Cont Motor O-470 series rated at 230 horsepower. Its registration was cancelled in Apr 1968. Its standard airworthiness certificate was issued in Nov 2012. This page also carries 1 NTSB event.
FAA recordRegistrant based in Oak Hill, WV · deregistered in 1968.
2012
1968
A Cessna 182L experienced a loss of power approximately 1,200 feet above sea level, while 2 miles from its destination airport. The pilot had just applied carburetor heat while entering the base leg of the airport traffic pattern when the loss of power occurred. The pilot attempted to restore power but was unable. After determining that he would not be able to glide to the runway, he ditched the airplane in a river. Post accident examination of the airframe revealed that the wing was substantially damaged. Post accident examination of the engine revealed nesting material and the remains of a rodent in the inlet of the carburetor.
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