Primary finding
Probable cause
The loose battery cable to the negative terminal, resulting in total power loss. A factor related to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for an emergency landing.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
During a go around, the airplane's engine lost total power. The pilot stated he maintained the airplane's airspeed and made a steep left turn to avoid hitting homes and trees. After the turn, the airplane impacted snow covered ground and nosed over. A post accident investigation revealed that the battery cable to the negative terminal was loose, and the battery charge was low. The engine's ignition system was powered by the battery. No other airframe or engine anomalies were found.
Source record
Factual narrative
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