On July 29, 1984, a Cessna 172 (registration N3891S) was involved in an aviation accident near Urbana, OH. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot arrived at the planned destination 15 minutes early and continued flying for an additional hour. On final approach to the revised destination, an engine failure occurred, leading to a landing short of the runway after the landing gear contacted trees.
Accident Overview
A pilot reported that upon arriving at the flight-planned destination 15 minutes early, he decided to continue the flight for an additional hour. The total flight time was 5.4 hours.
Engine Failure and Landing
While on final approach to the runway at the revised destination airport, the pilot experienced an engine failure. He was unable to maintain altitude, and the landing gear contacted trees. The aircraft subsequently landed short of the approach end of the runway.
Pilot's Statement
The pilot stated that either the fuel flow en route was greater than expected or the fuel tanks were not full at departure.
What happened in the 29 Jul 1984 Cessna 172 accident near Urbana, OH?
A pilot arrived at the planned destination 15 minutes early and continued flying for an additional hour. On final approach to the revised destination, an engine failure occurred, leading to a landing short of the runway after the landing gear contacted trees.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 29 Jul 1984 involved a Cessna 172, registration N3891S, at Urbana, OH.
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