No fatalities
8 Jun 2025: CESSNA 182P — Mineral Wells, TX
On 8 Jun 2025, a CESSNA 182P was involved in an aviation accident near Mineral Wells, TX. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s improper fuel tank selection prior to takeoff, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to follow the airplane checklist. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Probable cause
The pilot’s improper fuel tank selection prior to takeoff, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s failure to follow the airplane checklist.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
PilotIncorrect use/operationFluid management