On August 12, 1986, an Air Tractor AT301 (registration N4410S) operated by Aero Spray, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Gilbert, AZ. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During an aerial application pull-up, the pilot noticed a low fuel pressure light. The engine later quit and was restarted via wobble pump but quit again, leading to a forced landing collision with ground obstructions. No fuel was found in the tanks post-accident.
Sequence of Events
During the final pull-up from an aerial application flight, the pilot observed a low fuel pressure light indication. While returning to the airport, the engine ceased operation. The pilot engaged the hand-operated wobble pump in an attempt to restart the engine. The engine restarted but stopped again a few seconds later. The pilot then initiated a forced landing. During the forced landing, the aircraft collided with ground obstructions.
Post-Accident Examination
A post-accident examination of the aircraft revealed that no fuel was present in the aircraft's fuel tanks.