Final
None
Sep 14, 2017
N2120W accident at Machias, ME
Beech C23 — Loss of engine power (total) at MVM (Machias, ME)
DateSep 14, 2017
Tail numberN2120W
AircraftBeech C23 · Beechcraft Musketeer/Sundowner · BE23
LocationMVM — Machias, ME
Phase of flightApproach
OperationPart 91 Instructional
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseERA17LA325
Probable cause
The pilot's delay in applying carburetor heat, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.
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