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Cessna Catastrophic Engine Failure Emergency with Video and ATC Audio

Cessna Twoohfive 4,959,600 3 years ago
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Cessna 205 catastrophic engine failure while flying on an IFR flight plan from S36 (Seattle, WA) to KMYV (Sacramento, CA) Cruising at 9,000 feet. IO-470-S engine suddenly vibrated and then immediately exploded, stopping the propeller instantly. Glide and divert to KHIO (Hillsboro, OR) captured on a GoPro Hero. ATC audio partially from LiveATC.net. No word yet on cause of failure, photos at the end of the video show the damage. Video starts 1:20 after initial exchange with ATC. Thanks to Portland Departure for the help and coordination.

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