Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 150F near Hannawana Falls, NY — 2011-03-26

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Date
2011-03-26
Location
Hannawana Falls, NY, USA
Airport
PTD
Aircraft
CESSNA 150F
Registration
N8830G
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

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

NTSB narrative

The pilot stated that he could not remember the exact date he last fueled his airplane, but recalled that it was completely fueled. He then flew about 2 hours uneventfully. The airplane was not refueled and he departed on the planned 1 hour 19 minute flight. The flight took longer than expected due to a headwind and he said that he deviated over some clouds. During a cruise descent to the destination airport, the engine experienced a total loss of power and he performed a forced landing to a road, about 4 miles south of the destination airport. During the landing, the left wing struck trees, resulting in substantial damage. The pilot added that the accident was due to 100 percent fuel exhaustion.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 3 docket documents
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Docket documents3

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