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NTSB investigation record

FTW98FA325

Completed

Commander 114Tc· N61174

Date
July 18, 1998
Location
West Jordan, UT
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

Probable cause

A brittle fracture of the clamp that joins the exhaust pipe to the turbocharger. The pipe separated and hot exhaust gases escaped into the engine compartment. The engine lost power due to the high heat vaporizing fuel in the fuel line. Factors were inadequate quality control by the clamp manufacturer; the pilot's intentional maneuvering of the airplane to avoid houses and personnel, and the lack of suitable terrain on which to make a forced landing.

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