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Fuel Exhaustion Causes Forced Landing and Crash in Trees Near Greensboro (N1155M)

Kernersville, NC, US

On October 19, 1989, a Cessna 210 (registration N1155M) operated by Fmp CO was involved in an aviation accident near Kernersville, NC. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Fuel exhaustion resulting in loss of engine power. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot flying to Elkin, NC, diverted to Greensboro after a missed approach. Fuel exhaustion caused engine power loss 8 miles from the airport, leading to a forced landing into trees.

Flight Details

The pilot planned a 5-hour flight to Elkin, North Carolina. He estimated the aircraft had 6.5 hours of fuel on board at departure.

Approach and Diversion

Upon arrival at Elkin, the pilot attempted to land using an NDB approach. After an unsuccessful landing, he executed a missed approach and diverted to Greensboro, North Carolina. While en route to Greensboro, he obtained vectors for an ILS approach to runway 5.

Accident

Approximately 8 miles from the airport, the engine began losing power due to fuel exhaustion. The pilot subsequently conducted a forced landing, during which the aircraft crashed into trees. The total flight time was about 5.5 hours.

Probable cause

Fuel exhaustion resulting in loss of engine power.
Fuel exhaustion & starvation

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Oct 1989 Cessna 210 accident near Kernersville, NC?

A pilot flying to Elkin, NC, diverted to Greensboro after a missed approach. Fuel exhaustion caused engine power loss 8 miles from the airport, leading to a forced landing into trees.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Oct 1989 involved a Cessna 210, registration N1155M, operated by Fmp CO, at Kernersville, NC.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Fuel exhaustion resulting in loss of engine power.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X29531. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.