Final None Aug 10, 2023

N42610 accident at Chaka Creek, AK

Cessna 180J — Loss of engine power (partial) at NA (Chaka Creek, AK)

DateAug 10, 2023
Tail numberN42610
AircraftCessna 180J · Cessna 180 Skywagon · C180
LocationNA — Chaka Creek, AK
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseANC23LA062

Probable cause

A partial loss of engine power as a result of carburetor ice. Contributing to the outcome was the pilot’s failure to effectively use carburetor heat in conditions conducive to the formation of carburetor ice.

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