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Solo Cessna Overturns in Field After Fuel Exhaustion (N106CF)

Alpha, IL, US

On December 26, 1991, a Cessna 152 (registration N106CF) operated by Flying "c" Leasing, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Alpha, IL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to ensure adequate fuel supply, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and total 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 2026-06-19Data APIEditorial standards

A solo instructional flight ended in a nose-over accident after the aircraft ran out of fuel during an emergency landing attempt in a farm field.

What happened

The pilot was conducting a solo, cross-country instructional flight when the engine failed. In response to the loss of power, the pilot attempted to make an emergency landing in a nearby farm field. The impact caused the aircraft to overturn.

The investigation

Post-accident examination of the aircraft revealed no evidence of mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have prevented normal operation. The fuel tanks were found to be empty of usable fuel. Records indicated the aircraft had flown approximately 4.1 hours since its last refueling.

Findings

The primary factor in this accident was fuel exhaustion. The pilot failed to ensure adequate fuel supply for the flight, leading to engine failure and the subsequent crash landing.

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to ensure adequate fuel supply, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and total loss of engine power.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Dec 1991 Cessna 152 accident near Alpha, IL?

A solo instructional flight ended in a nose-over accident after the aircraft ran out of fuel during an emergency landing attempt in a farm field.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Dec 1991 involved a Cessna 152, registration N106CF, operated by Flying "c" Leasing, Inc., at Alpha, IL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to ensure adequate fuel supply, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and total 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/20001212X18573. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.