On June 8, 1983, a Cessna T210L (registration N393AC) operated by Boeing Military Airplane Co. was involved in an aviation accident near Hermiston, OR. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Fuel exhaustion leading to engine failure and subsequent stall and forced landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft stalled and crash-landed after its engine failed due to fuel exhaustion. Post-accident inspection found only one ounce of fuel remaining. Both occupants were seriously injured.
Accident Overview
The aircraft entered a stall and subsequently crash-landed in a semi-controlled forced landing after the engine ceased operation. The loss of engine power was attributed to fuel exhaustion. Post-accident examination revealed that only one ounce of fuel remained aboard the aircraft.
Fuel Analysis
Before the flight, a release form from Boeing indicated that the aircraft had 75 gallons of fuel on board. Following that release, the aircraft completed three flights totaling 4 hours and 44 minutes, excluding ground operations. The average fuel consumption calculated from these flights was 15.8 gallons per hour. The aircraft's manual specifies a fuel consumption rate of 15 gallons per hour for cruise at 75 percent power.
Injuries
During the crash landing, the two occupants were not using their shoulder harnesses. Both sustained serious injuries.
Probable cause
Fuel exhaustion leading to engine failure and subsequent stall and forced landing.
What happened in the 8 Jun 1983 Cessna T210L accident near Hermiston, OR?
An aircraft stalled and crash-landed after its engine failed due to fuel exhaustion. Post-accident inspection found only one ounce of fuel remaining. Both occupants were seriously injured.
Were there any fatalities in the 8 Jun 1983 Cessna T210L accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 8 Jun 1983 involved a Cessna T210L, registration N393AC, operated by Boeing Military Airplane Co., at Hermiston, OR.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Fuel exhaustion leading to engine failure and subsequent stall and forced landing.
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