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Engine Failure During Go-Around Leads to House Strike (N6470P)

Brookwood, AL, US

On February 23, 1995, a Cessna 152 (registration N6470P) operated by Astron Enterprises, Inc was involved in an aviation accident near Brookwood, AL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO LEAN THE FUEL MIXTURE, STOP AT THE FIRST DESTINATION TO REFUEL, AND HIS INCORRECT FUEL CONSUMPTION CALCULATIONS. 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 reported engine sputtering 20 miles from destination, attempted landing at a private airstrip, but during go-around the engine quit and the aircraft struck a house roof. Fuel shortage and mixture not leaned were noted.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that, while approximately 20 miles from Shelby County Airport, the engine began to sputter. The pilot had planned to make an intermediate stop at Walker County Airport to refuel but believed he had sufficient fuel to reach his intended destination, Shelby County Airport.

Attempted Landing

Unable to reach Shelby County Airport, the pilot attempted to land at a private airstrip. During the landing approach, the pilot realized he could not make the field and initiated a go-around. As the pilot executed the go-around, the engine quit, and the aircraft subsequently impacted the roof of a house.

Post-Accident Findings

After the accident, the pilot stated that there was a problem with the fuel. A salvage company retrieved the wreckage from the roof of the house and drained the fuel from the aircraft. The drained fuel partially filled a two-gallon container. In a post-accident interview, the pilot stated that he did not lean the fuel mixture.

Fuel exhaustion & starvation

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Feb 1995 Cessna 152 accident near Brookwood, AL?

A pilot reported engine sputtering 20 miles from destination, attempted landing at a private airstrip, but during go-around the engine quit and the aircraft struck a house roof. Fuel shortage and mixture not leaned were noted.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Feb 1995 involved a Cessna 152, registration N6470P, operated by Astron Enterprises, Inc, at Brookwood, AL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO LEAN THE FUEL MIXTURE, STOP AT THE FIRST DESTINATION TO REFUEL, AND HIS INCORRECT FUEL CONSUMPTION CALCULATIONS.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X02927. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.