On October 23, 1988, a Cessna 172 (registration N7185Q) operated by Powell, Marion E. was involved in an aviation accident near San Antonio, TX. 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.
An airplane experienced an engine failure after 2.5 hours of flight. During the forced landing, it struck a power pole and lines before impacting terrain. No usable fuel was found in the tanks.
Accident Overview
An airplane was involved in an accident after the engine quit during flight. The pilot had flown the airplane for 2.5 hours following a previous flight of 2.2 hours since refueling. While attempting a forced landing, the airplane struck a power pole and power lines before impacting the terrain.
Examination Findings
Post-accident examination revealed no usable fuel in the fuel tanks. Investigators found no preimpact problems with the airplane or engine. One fuel line between the firewall fuel filter and the carburetor was broken, but no evidence of spilled fuel was observed.
Pilot Information
The pilot's last medical examination was in January 1986.
What happened in the 23 Oct 1988 Cessna 172 accident near San Antonio, TX?
An airplane experienced an engine failure after 2.5 hours of flight. During the forced landing, it struck a power pole and lines before impacting terrain. No usable fuel was found in the tanks.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 23 Oct 1988 involved a Cessna 172, registration N7185Q, operated by Powell, Marion E., at San Antonio, TX.
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