Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA-22-160 near Coquille Bay, OR — 2023-07-08

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Date
2023-07-08
Location
Coquille Bay, OR, USA
Aircraft
PIPER PA-22-160
Registration
N9507D
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Serious
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation, a total loss of engine power, and impact with terrain.

NTSB narrative

The pilot of the airplane reported that, after completing a preflight inspection of the airplane he departed for a local flight. While enroute, at about 1500 above ground level (agl), the right tank ran out of fuel and the “engine cut out.” As he was switching tanks, the airplane impacted terrain and nosed over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings and forward fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

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