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Feb 25, 2025
N7697N accident at Lenoir, NC
Beech E33 — Loss of engine power (total) at NC27 (Lenoir, NC)
DateFeb 25, 2025
Tail numberN7697N
AircraftBeech E33 · Beechcraft Bonanza · BE33
LocationNC27 — Lenoir, NC
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseERA25LA157
Probable cause
The mechanic’s inadequate annual inspection of the airplane and failure to comply with an applicable airworthiness directive, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to oil starvation.
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