Accident Details
Date
Sunday, May 13, 2012
NTSB Number
ANC12CA047
Location
Sterling, AK
Event ID
20120606X74300
Coordinates
60.541110, -150.599166
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to use a preflight checklist and subsequent failure to turn on the airplane's fuel supply, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Aircraft Information
Model / ICAO
M-4-220C
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
M-4-220C
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
HOLLAND ANDREW K
Address
37446 DUTCH LANDING LOOP
City
STERLING
State / Zip Code
AK 99672-9654
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot stated that he did not use a preflight checklist, and as a result, he did not turn the fuel selector valve to the "ON" position. During the initial climb, the engine lost power, and the airplane impacted terrain, receiving substantial damage to both wings. The pilot said that the accident could have been prevented through the use of a preflight checklist.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC12CA047