On April 9, 1984, a Cessna 180 (registration N3859C) was involved in an aviation accident near Leonardtown, MD. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft made a forced landing about one mile southwest of an added fuel stop. The pilot had noted lower groundspeed and added a stop. Icing was encountered; carburetor heat enriched the mixture. About three gallons of fuel remained.
Event Details
The aircraft executed a forced landing approximately one mile southwest of a stopping point that the pilot had added to the flight plan. The pilot decided to add this stop after observing a lower than planned groundspeed, prompting concern about fuel availability. During the flight, the aircraft encountered icing conditions. To manage the icing, the pilot used carburetor heat. The flight involved climbs and descents to avoid weather for about an hour and a half, during which the carburetor heat was continuously used, enriching the fuel-air mixture.
Fuel Quantity After Landing
Following the forced landing, an inspection of the aircraft's fuel tanks revealed approximately three gallons of fuel remaining. The left tank contained two gallons, and the right tank contained one gallon.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 9 Apr 1984 Cessna 180 accident near Leonardtown, MD?
An aircraft made a forced landing about one mile southwest of an added fuel stop. The pilot had noted lower groundspeed and added a stop. Icing was encountered; carburetor heat enriched the mixture. About three gallons of fuel remained.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 9 Apr 1984 involved a Cessna 180, registration N3859C, at Leonardtown, MD.
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