Final
1 minor
Sep 23, 2023
N18994 accident at Gonzales, TX
Beech C23 — Loss of engine power (total) at T20 (Gonzales, TX)
DateSep 23, 2023
Tail numberN18994
AircraftBeech C23 · Beechcraft Musketeer/Sundowner · BE23
LocationT20 — Gonzales, TX
Phase of flightApproach
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 minor
NTSB caseCEN23LA418
Probable cause
The loss of engine power during go-around due to a failed muffler flame tube, which resulted in an exhaust blockage. Contributing to the accident was maintenance personnel's inadequate inspection of the exhaust system during the most recent maintenance.
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