Primary finding
Probable cause
The rupture of the oil cooler line at the adel clamp for undetermined reasons, resulting in a loss of engine oil, and a subsequent engine seizure.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
The private pilot was in cruise flight in visual meteorological conditions at 6,500 feet msl when the airplane experienced a loss of engine oil, and a subsequent engine seizure. The pilot contacted daytona approach control, declared an emergency, and conducted a forced landing into the trees. Examination of the engine assembly and accessories revealed the oil cooler line at the adel clamp had failed for undetermined reasons.
Source record
Factual narrative
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