On November 21, 1990, a Cessna 182E (registration N3506Y) operated by Hoots, Mayme L. was involved in an aviation accident near Blairsville, GA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: FUEL EXHAUSTION RESULTING IN ENGINE STOPPAGE, AND THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO OBTAIN FUEL EARLIER IN THE FLIGHT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a cross-country flight, the pilot reported engine cutting out and low left fuel tank. After losing radar and radio contact while being vectored to an airport, the airplane crashed less than a mile from the airport. Post-accident inspection revealed no mechanical failure.
Incident Report
About four hours into a cross-country flight, the pilot reported that the engine was "cutting out a bit" and that the fuel quantity on the left tank was low. While being vectored to the nearest airport, radar and radio contact with the airplane was lost. The airplane subsequently crashed less than a mile from the intended airport.
Fuel and Mechanical Inspection
Following the accident, less than one quart of fuel was recovered from the airplane. There was no evidence of fuel leakage or tank rupture. A post-accident inspection and engine run revealed no evidence of mechanical malfunction or failure. It was also noted that the pilot made no attempt to obtain additional fuel prior to experiencing the engine problem.
What happened in the 21 Nov 1990 Cessna 182E accident near Blairsville, GA?
During a cross-country flight, the pilot reported engine cutting out and low left fuel tank. After losing radar and radio contact while being vectored to an airport, the airplane crashed less than a mile from the airport. Post-accident inspection revealed no mechanical failure.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 21 Nov 1990 involved a Cessna 182E, registration N3506Y, operated by Hoots, Mayme L., at Blairsville, GA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
FUEL EXHAUSTION RESULTING IN ENGINE STOPPAGE, AND THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO OBTAIN FUEL EARLIER IN THE FLIGHT.
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