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Engine Power Loss on Final Approach Leads to Forced Landing in Field (N6372A)

Bryan, TX, US

On May 21, 1994, a Cessna 182 (registration N6372A) operated by Aggies Over Texas was involved in an aviation accident near Bryan, TX. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO REFUEL RESULTING IN A TOTAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO FUEL EXHAUSTION. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING. 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

On final approach to Runway 14, a total loss of engine power occurred. The pilot chose a field landing due to obstacles, damaging the nose gear, left main gear, and left wing. Fuel quantity and burn data were documented.

Incident Summary

On final approach to Runway 14, a total loss of engine power occurred. The pilot was forced to find an alternate landing site due to construction equipment, transmission lines, and vehicle traffic on a highway. The pilot decided to land in a field. During the landing in rough and uneven terrain, the nose gear, left main gear, and left wing were damaged.

Fuel Details

The pilot reported 15 gallons of fuel at the initial preflight. Operator records indicated 12.5 gallons at the start of the day's flights, with 17 gallons added after the second skydiving flight, for a total of 29.5 gallons. Tachometer readings indicated 3.44 hours of total flight time for the day. Flights throughout the day varied in duration and altitude. The last flight was the ninth trip for the day. Manufacturer fuel burn performance data varies from 2.5 to 11.4 gallons per hour.

During recovery, fuel drained from the left wing tank amounted to 2.5 gallons, with a few ounces from the right tank. Fuel quantity data states the total unusable fuel as 3 gallons. Fuel was found in the gascolator and the carburetor; however, no residual fuel was found in any fuel lines.

Engine failureFuel exhaustion & starvation

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 May 1994 Cessna 182 accident near Bryan, TX?

On final approach to Runway 14, a total loss of engine power occurred. The pilot chose a field landing due to obstacles, damaging the nose gear, left main gear, and left wing. Fuel quantity and burn data were documented.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 May 1994 Cessna 182 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 May 1994 involved a Cessna 182, registration N6372A, operated by Aggies Over Texas, at Bryan, TX.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO REFUEL RESULTING IN A TOTAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO FUEL EXHAUSTION. A FACTOR WAS THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X01293. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.