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NTSB investigation record

LAX97LA039

Completed

McDonnell Douglas 369D· N8625F

Date
November 13, 1996
Location
Hana, HI
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

Probable cause

subsequent failure of the spur adapter gearshaft (SAG), after 'retaining ring to compressor impeller machining' occurred and allowed the SAG to shift aft. The mechanism which induced the ring to impeller machining was not determined. Mountainous terrain in the emergency landing area was a related factor.

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