Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
the pilot's improper preflight preparation which led to fuel exhaustion.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Analysis
On April 16, 1995, at 1948 Pacific daylight time, a Cessna 172M, N80187, operated by the American Aero Club, experienced a total loss of engine power while cruising near Yolo, California. The pilot made a forced landing in a rough dirt field and nosed over. The airplane was substantially damaged. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the personal flight. The private pilot received minor injuries, and the passenger was not injured. The flight originated from Lakeport, California, at 1910.
According to a responding sheriff deputy, the pilot reported that he ran out of fuel. No evidence of fuel was observed in the airplane.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# LAX95LA163