Accident Details
Date
Thursday, April 16, 2026
NTSB Number
ERA26LA181
Location
Lexington, KY
Event ID
20260421202858
Coordinates
38.043020, -84.590550
Nearest Airport
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The flight instructor’s improper in-flight fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation, a total loss of engine power, and a forced landing to rough terrain.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
N993CW LLC
Address
103 MY KENTUCKY ROSE CT
City
SIMPSONVILLE
State / Zip Code
KY 40067-5614
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# ERA26LA181