Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair crash, Aug 27, 1980, Paimiut
Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair accident on August 27, 1980 near Paimiut, Alaska, United States with no fatalities. Cause: Engine failure during cruise...
- Date: August 27, 1980
- Aircraft: Cessna 207 Skywagon/Stationair
- Location: Paimiut, Alaska, United States
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: En route
- Cause: Engine failure during cruise due to inadequate maintenance and inspection by maintenance personnel.
The Cessna 207 Skywagon N1712U lost engine power in cruise after the engine overspeed and failure. The pilot made an emergency landing at Paimiut, Alaska, and was uninjured. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair.