Pilot Debrief

DEHAVILLAND BEAVER DHC-2 MK.1 near Fairbanks, AK — 2024-05-28

Final reportANC24LA037
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Date
2024-05-28
Location
Fairbanks, AK, USA
Airport
MTF
Aircraft
DEHAVILLAND BEAVER DHC-2 MK.1
Registration
N5343G
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s improper fuel management resulting in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that, shortly after takeoff while on a post-maintenance check flight, the airplane’s fuel pressure gauge began to fluctuate. Subsequently, the airplane experienced a total loss of engine power. The pilot performed a forced landing that resulted in substantial damage to the right wing and right elevator, which were both liberated from the airplane during impact. A post-accident inspection revealed that the pilot had selected a fuel tank containing an inadequate amount of fuel prior to takeoff. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

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