On August 8, 2000, a Cessna 172M (registration N3529Q) was involved in an aviation accident near Manteo, NC. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure of preflight planning preparation, which resulted in the fuel exhaustion, and the subsequent loss of engine power. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot experienced a complete loss of engine power about 25 minutes into a sightseeing flight. The forced landing in swampy terrain revealed empty fuel tanks; no mechanical issues were found.
Event Summary
A pilot conducted a normal pre-flight inspection of the airplane before departing on a sightseeing flight. According to the pilot's calculations, the airplane had 1.2 hours of fuel onboard. Approximately 25 minutes into the flight, the pilot experienced a complete loss of engine power. The pilot selected a location for a forced landing and made an off-airport landing in a swampy area.
Investigation Findings
Examination of the airplane revealed that there was no fuel in either the right or left fuel tanks. The pilot reported no mechanical problems, and an inspection of the airplane did not discover any mechanical problems.
Conclusion
The investigation did not identify any mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have contributed to the loss of engine power. The airplane's fuel tanks were found empty, consistent with fuel exhaustion.
What happened in the 8 Aug 2000 Cessna 172M accident near Manteo, NC?
A pilot experienced a complete loss of engine power about 25 minutes into a sightseeing flight. The forced landing in swampy terrain revealed empty fuel tanks; no mechanical issues were found.
Were there any fatalities in the 8 Aug 2000 Cessna 172M accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 8 Aug 2000 involved a Cessna 172M, registration N3529Q, at Manteo, NC.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure of preflight planning preparation, which resulted in the fuel exhaustion, and the subsequent loss of engine power.
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