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Feb 17, 2025
N14QK accident at Geyserville, CA
Quicksilver Aeronautics Llc L-S2S — Loss of engine power (total) at Geyserville, CA
DateFeb 17, 2025
Tail numberN14QK
AircraftQuicksilver Aeronautics Llc L-S2S
LocationGeyserville, CA
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseWPR25LA095
Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to secure the coolant cap during the preflight inspection, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to overheating and a subsequent forced landing.
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