On June 25, 2015, a PIPER PA 24 operated by CELEBRATIONS AVIATION LLC was involved in an aviation accident near Charles City, IA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate pre-flight fuel planning resulting in fuel exhaustion and a collision with terrain. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot reported a complete loss of engine power during a cross-country flight. After unsuccessful restart attempts, a forced landing was made in a field. Post-accident inspection found no usable fuel remaining and no mechanical malfunctions.
Incident Overview
During a cross-country flight, the pilot experienced a complete loss of engine power. Attempts to restart the engine were unsuccessful. The pilot executed a forced landing in a field, where the aircraft impacted terrain and came to rest.
Post-Accident Inspection
Federal Aviation Administration Aviation Safety Inspectors conducted a post-accident inspection. The inspection revealed that the aircraft's fuel tanks were undamaged and contained no usable fuel at the time of impact.
Damage Assessment
The aircraft sustained substantial damage to its wings and fuselage as a result of the forced landing and terrain impact.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the aircraft that would have precluded normal operation.
What happened in the 25 Jun 2015 PIPER PA 24 accident near Charles City, IA?
A pilot reported a complete loss of engine power during a cross-country flight. After unsuccessful restart attempts, a forced landing was made in a field. Post-accident inspection found no usable fuel remaining and no mechanical malfunctions.
Were there any fatalities in the 25 Jun 2015 PIPER PA 24 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 25 Jun 2015 involved a PIPER PA 24, operated by CELEBRATIONS AVIATION LLC, at Charles City, IA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's inadequate pre-flight fuel planning resulting in fuel exhaustion and a collision with terrain.
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