No fatalities

8 Jun 2025: CESSNA 182P — Mineral Wells, TX

Mineral Wells, TX, United States

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.

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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