On June 25, 1986, a Cessna P210N (registration N4825P) was involved in an aviation accident near Lawrenceville, GA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft was damaged during a forced landing on a highway after the engine lost power on a VFR cross-country flight. Fuel leaked from the left tank post-accident; the selector was on the right tank for two hours.
Incident
The aircraft was on a VFR cross-country flight nearing its destination when the engine lost power. The pilot executed a forced landing on a highway, during which the aircraft sustained damage.
Fuel Management
Prior to and during the emergency, the aircraft's fuel tank selector was positioned on the right tank for approximately two hours. After the accident, fuel was observed leaking from the left fuel tank throughout the examination of the wreckage.
Pilot Statement
The pilot reported that he believed the accident could have been prevented if he had switched fuel tanks before the loss of power.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 25 Jun 1986 Cessna P210N accident near Lawrenceville, GA?
An aircraft was damaged during a forced landing on a highway after the engine lost power on a VFR cross-country flight. Fuel leaked from the left tank post-accident; the selector was on the right tank for two hours.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 25 Jun 1986 involved a Cessna P210N, registration N4825P, at Lawrenceville, GA.
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