I thought the group might be interested in the status of the FAA
and NTSB investigation regarding my planes recent crash... The
engine was torn down Weds by the NTSB and the engine manufacturer....
Kim Blackseth
Kim:
We were able to get the engine to run yesterday. There are some
issues that are still being investigated. I have told the NTSB
that the FAA does not need further access to the aircraft. I
believe the NTSB is about ready to release the aircraft to you.
Mr. Plagens can best inform you on that. The NTSB has taken the
engine carburetor to their office for further review. The
propeller was straightened for the engine run. The propeller is
damaged and not airworthy. I still have the maintenance records
for the aircraft that were sent to me. I am still investigating
airworthiness issues and anticipate that when I have had a chance
to evaluate the information collected, I will make a decision by
the end of February if there were any issues that are of a
regulatory nature that need to be addressed.
I will communicate and coordinate with the NTSB and try to return
the maintenance records to you as soon as possible.
If you have any questions please let me know.
Brook B. Stewart
Federal Aviation Administration
Aviation Safety Inspector - Airworthiness
Sacramento Flight Standards District Office
6650 Belleau Wood Lane
Sacramento, Ca. 95822
Tel. (916) 422-0272 ext. 299
Fax (916) 422-0462
The Sacramento Flight Standards District Office is dedicated to
quality service, and we continuously seek to improve our services
to you. Please provide your feedback with any suggested
improvements. We value your opinion.
Kim Blackseth, ICC, CASp
310 17th St
Oakland, CA
510-839-1760
