On June 12, 1994, a Cessna 182 (registration N94752) operated by Becker, Joseph J. And Ann E. was involved in an aviation accident near Millstadt, IL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's inadequate aircraft preflight inspection and failure to refuel the airplane prior to fuel exhaustion. Related factors are the loose fuel cap (siphoning) and the uneven terrain encountered during 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.
A pilot reported engine failure and performed a forced landing in a field about 8 miles southeast of the intended destination. Investigation found no usable fuel in the system, and fuel gauges indicated empty.
Accident Narrative
The pilot reported that the airplane was equipped with extended range fuel tanks with a capacity of 80 gallons, of which 75 gallons were usable. The tanks were topped off before departure. The pilot's calculations indicated sufficient fuel for the estimated five-hour flight, plus one hour of reserve. Approximately five hours after takeoff, the engine cut out. It restarted briefly before quitting completely. The pilot then executed a forced landing in a field about 8 miles southeast of the intended destination.
Postaccident Investigation
Postaccident examination revealed no evidence of usable fuel in the fuel system. The pilot noted fuel streaks on the right wing and reported a "fuel system failure (siphoned)." An FAA inspector who inspected the airplane observed that the fuel tanks were intact and that the fuel gauges indicated empty.
What happened in the 12 Jun 1994 Cessna 182 accident near Millstadt, IL?
A pilot reported engine failure and performed a forced landing in a field about 8 miles southeast of the intended destination. Investigation found no usable fuel in the system, and fuel gauges indicated empty.
Were there any fatalities in the 12 Jun 1994 Cessna 182 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 12 Jun 1994 involved a Cessna 182, registration N94752, operated by Becker, Joseph J. And Ann E., at Millstadt, IL.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
the pilot's inadequate aircraft preflight inspection and failure to refuel the airplane prior to fuel exhaustion. Related factors are the loose fuel cap (siphoning) and the uneven terrain encountered during the forced landing.
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