Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA-28-236 near Moreno Valley, CA — 2010-06-26

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Date
2010-06-26
Location
Moreno Valley, CA, USA
Aircraft
PIPER PA-28-236
Registration
N8118A
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

A total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that as he entered the vicinity of his destination airport, he decided the reduced visibility prohibited him from safely continuing. He opted to divert to an alternate airport to maintain visual conditions. While en route to the alternate airport, the fuel supply was exhausted and the engine experienced a loss of power. The pilot initiated a forced landing into a field. The airplane collided with terrain during the landing, damaging the firewall. The pilot reported no pre impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine. He further stated that the accident may have been prevented if he had a larger fuel reserve.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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