Pilot Debrief

BEECH D17S near Fort Worth, TX — 2010-09-21

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Date
2010-09-21
Location
Fort Worth, TX, USA
Airport
T67
Aircraft
BEECH D17S
Registration
N17GB
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s improper fuel management, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported to Federal Aviation Administration inspectors that, while on final approach, the engine experienced a total loss of power. He configured the airplane for a forced landing and touched down on rough terrain. As a result of the impact sequence both the upper and lower left wings were crushed. The pilot stated the loss of engine power was due to fuel exhaustion.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 2 docket documents
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Docket documents2

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