Casualties unknown

1989-02-11: Cessna 177B (N34306) — Glenn Hodge — Oneonta, AL

Oneonta, AL, US

On February 11, 1989, a Cessna 177B (registration N34306) operated by Glenn Hodge was involved in an aviation accident near Oneonta, AL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT BY THE PILOT AND FUEL EXHAUSTION. TREES CONTRIBUTED TO THE AIRCRAFT DAMAGE. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

An airplane experienced engine power loss shortly after takeoff due to fuel exhaustion, resulting in a forced landing in trees. Only about one pint of fuel remained post-accident.

Accident Details

An airplane was last topped off with fuel on January 28, 1989. Following that, it was flown on four flights totaling 5.5 hours. During those flights, an additional 20 gallons of fuel was added.

Before the accident flight, the pilot noted the fuel level was low and elected to fly to a nearby airport to refuel. Shortly after starting the flight, the engine lost power, and the pilot was forced to land in trees.

Post-Accident Findings

After the accident, only about one pint of fuel was found in the aircraft.

The source does not provide any further details, including aircraft type, registration, operator, location, occupants, injuries, or damage extent.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X27690. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.