N12RD

Substantial
None

PIPER PA24S/N: 24-368

Accident Details

Date
Thursday, October 3, 2024
NTSB Number
ERA25LA006
Location
Moore Haven, FL
Event ID
20241013195302
Coordinates
26.879700, -81.130300
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to initiate the cross country flight with an adequate fuel supply, resulting in a loss of engine power and forced landing due to fuel exhaustion.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
24-368
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1958
Model / ICAO
PA24PA24
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
PA-24-250

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
FLYING COLORS AIRPARTS INC
Address
2727 W MAIN ST
City
LEESBURG
State / Zip Code
FL 34748-4630
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ERA25LA006