Casualties unknown

Engine Failure and Nose-Over During Landing Roll in Yuma (N25854)

Yuma, AZ, US

On November 13, 1984, a Cessna 152 (registration N25854) operated by Sun Sky Aire was involved in an aviation accident near Yuma, AZ. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During a flight to Yuma, Arizona, the engine ran rough and quit. On landing, the aircraft hit a dirt embankment and nosed over. Investigation showed both fuel tanks held only residual fuel; gauges indicated empty when powered.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that while en route to Yuma, Arizona, the engine began running rough and subsequently quit. During the landing roll, the aircraft collided with a dirt embankment and nosed over.

Post-Accident Examination

Examination of the wreckage disclosed that both fuel tanks contained only residual fuel. The pilot reported that both fuel gauges indicated 1/4 fuel at the time of the accident. However, when power was applied to the aircraft, the gauges indicated empty.

Operational Details

No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, occupants, injuries, or environmental conditions were provided in the source material. The engine failure and subsequent collision occurred during the landing roll at an unspecified location.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Nov 1984 Cessna 152 accident near Yuma, AZ?

During a flight to Yuma, Arizona, the engine ran rough and quit. On landing, the aircraft hit a dirt embankment and nosed over. Investigation showed both fuel tanks held only residual fuel; gauges indicated empty when powered.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Nov 1984 involved a Cessna 152, registration N25854, operated by Sun Sky Aire, at Yuma, AZ.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X41607. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.