N32476

Substantial
Minor

Culver LCAS/N: 208

Accident Details

Date
Tuesday, October 4, 2005
NTSB Number
DFW06CA002
Location
McGregor, TX
Event ID
20051107X01796
Coordinates
31.465000, -97.475280
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
2
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's improper preflight planning, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. A contributing factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CULVER
Serial Number
208
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
LCABPAT
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
LCA

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
CURRIE MARK H
Address
11620 FM 407
City
JUSTIN
State / Zip Code
TX 76247-4439
Country
United States

Analysis

This report is based on information received by the NTSB. Additional details may be found in the NTSB's public docket for this case. For further information, please contact the NTSB Office of Public Inquiries.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# DFW06CA002