Incident Overview
According to the pilot's account, the aircraft experienced a fuel exhaustion event two miles short of its intended destination airport. The pilot stated that, per the aircraft flight manual, he believed he had sufficient fuel to reach his destination in the USA without refueling. When he landed at his designated airport of entry to clear customs, he decided that no refueling was necessary.
Flight Manual Specifications
The aircraft flight manual indicated that the destination would be within range under specific conditions: International Standard Atmosphere (ISA), an 18,000-foot cruise altitude, no wind, the mixture leaned to 25 degrees on the rich side of peak exhaust gas temperature (EGT), and 65% turbocharged cruise power.
Pilot Actions
The pilot reported that he conducted the flight at 3,000 feet, deviating from the manual's recommended cruise altitude. Additionally, he stated that he did not monitor the EGT readings during the flight.
Outcome
The aircraft ran out of fuel two miles short of the destination airport, resulting in a loss of engine power before reaching the intended landing point.
Notes
- No aircraft type, registration, operator, location, or occupant details were provided in the source.
- The source did not specify any injuries, damages, or weather conditions.
- No air traffic control involvement was mentioned.
- The incident appears to involve a flight from a customs clearance stop to a final destination within the USA.