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June 5, 2021 · NTSB CEN21LA251 · KEVIN LIPPERT ZENITH CH 750 (N902KL)
Minor/None
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NTSB Narrative

The loss of engine power due to fuel vapor lock.

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NTSB Findings

  • Environmental issues-Conditions/weather/phenomena-Temp/humidity/pressure-High temperature-Effect on equipment
  • Aircraft-Aircraft power plant-Engine fuel and control-Fuel distribution-Capability exceeded
  • Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Hidden/submerged object-Contributed to outcome

Details

NTSB ReportCEN21LA251
AircraftKEVIN LIPPERT ZENITH CH 750
RegistrationN902KL
DamageSUBS
FAR Part091
Location38.4783, -107.8762
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