Narrative:The aircraft barely climbed after lifting off from runway 29 and was seen to pass at 30-40 feet above tree tops before it crashed in a logged area 2,55 miles from the runway end. The aircraft was 1745lb overweight and had lost power on one engine. Because the autofeather system was not connected, the prop did not feather.
Probable Cause:
PROBABLE CAUSE:
pilot in command - attempted operation w/known deficiencies in equipment
personnel - maintenance,servicing,inspection: inadequate maintenance and inspection
powerplant - exhaust system: stacks
powerplant - engine structure: valve assemblies
miscellaneous acts,conditions - fire in engine
FACTORS:
miscellaneous acts,conditions - improperly loaded aircraft-weight-and/or c.g.
miscellaneous acts,conditions - improper emergency procedures
miscellaneous acts,conditions - pilot fatigue
partial power loss - partial loss of power - 1 engine
Sources:
» NTSB
Follow-up / safety actions
NTSB issued 1 Safety Recommendation
Issued: 26-JUN-1978 | To: | A-78-42 |
REVISE 14 CFR 91 SUBPART D TO ASSURE THAT AN ADEQUATE LEVEL OF SAFETY IS PROVIDED WHEREVER THESE RULES ARE APPLICABLE. (Closed - Acceptable Action) |
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accident date:
12-09-1977type: Douglas DC-7BF
registration: N6314J

accident date:
12-09-1977type: Douglas DC-7BF
registration: N6314J
Map
This map shows the airport of departure and the intended destination of the flight. The line between the airports does
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Distance from Yakutat Airport, AK to Anchorage International Airport, AK as the crow flies is 593 km (371 miles).
Accident location: Approximate; accuracy within a few kilometers.