Final
2 serious
Jun 4, 2023
N77583 crash at Belfair, WA
Piper J3C-65 — Powerplant sys/comp malf/fail at PWT (Belfair, WA)
DateJun 4, 2023
Tail numberN77583
AircraftPiper J3C-65 · Piper J-3 Cub · J3
LocationPWT — Belfair, WA
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Instructional
Injuries2 serious
NTSB caseWPR23LA215
Probable cause
The total loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of the crankshaft accessory drive gear.
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