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Cessna 310R accident at Hatch, NM, 27 Apr 2007 (N3700G)

Hatch, NM, US

On April 27, 2007, a Cessna 310R (registration N3700G) operated by Aero Charter And Transport was involved in an aviation accident near Hatch, NM. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inattentiveness to the fuel flow and fuel selector valve position resulting in fuel starvation. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-10Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

The pilot's inattentiveness to the fuel flow and fuel selector valve position resulting in fuel starvation. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to follow proper engine failure procedures, and the pilot's improper in-flight planning and decision making.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The pilot stated that during the flight the left engine lost power. The pilot stated that he did not switch fuel tanks. The pilot elected to perform a forced landing in the desert. During the landing the right wing impacted "high vegetation," resulting in substantial damage. A visual inspection revealed that the auxiliary fuel tanks were empty. An examination of the airplane’s systems revealed no anomalies.

Engine failureFuel exhaustion & starvation

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Apr 2007 Cessna 310R accident near Hatch, NM?

The pilot stated that during the flight the left engine lost power. The pilot stated that he did not switch fuel tanks. The pilot elected to perform a forced landing in the desert. During the landing the right wing impacted "high vegetation," resulting in substantial damage. A visual inspection revealed that the…

Were there any fatalities in the 27 Apr 2007 Cessna 310R accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Apr 2007 involved a Cessna 310R, registration N3700G, operated by Aero Charter And Transport, at Hatch, NM.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's inattentiveness to the fuel flow and fuel selector valve position resulting in fuel starvation. Contributing factors were the pilot's failure to follow proper engine failure procedures, and the pilot's improper in-flight planning and decision making.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20070522X00617. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.