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Student Pilot on Solo Cross-Country Encounters Engine Power Loss Following Navigation Issues (N68190)

Orange, TX, US

On April 7, 1995, a Cessna 152 (registration N68190) was involved in an aviation accident near Orange, TX. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S DELAYED LANDING FLARE. FACTORS WERE FUEL EXHAUSTION DUE TO THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO STOP AND REFUEL. 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 student pilot on a solo cross-country flight became lost while navigating around weather, flew for 30-40 minutes, overflew an airport, then contacted Beaumont Approach Control for assistance. The engine lost power on base leg, resulting in a hard landing on runway 04.

Event Overview

A student pilot on a solo cross-country flight became lost while attempting to navigate around weather conditions. The pilot flew for 30 to 40 minutes, during which he overflew an airport. Eventually, he contacted Beaumont Approach Control, who provided assistance and vectored him to a nearby airport.

Loss of Engine Power and Landing

While on the base leg of the approach, the engine lost power. The pilot executed a downwind approach and landed hard on runway 04. The landing resulted in a hard touchdown, but no further details on damage or injuries are available from the source.

Fuel System Examination

Following the event, an examination of the airplane's fuel system was conducted. The system showed no evidence of fuel leakage. A total of 32 ounces of fuel was found in the system.

Fuel exhaustion & starvation

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 7 Apr 1995 Cessna 152 accident near Orange, TX?

A student pilot on a solo cross-country flight became lost while navigating around weather, flew for 30-40 minutes, overflew an airport, then contacted Beaumont Approach Control for assistance. The engine lost power on base leg, resulting in a hard landing on runway 04.

Were there any fatalities in the 7 Apr 1995 Cessna 152 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 7 Apr 1995 involved a Cessna 152, registration N68190, at Orange, TX.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S DELAYED LANDING FLARE. FACTORS WERE FUEL EXHAUSTION DUE TO THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO STOP AND REFUEL.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X03285. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.