No fatalities

1976-04-25: Rockwell Aero Commander 560 (N2713B) — Private United States of America — Henderson, United States of America

Henderson, United States of AmericaFlight

On April 25, 1976, a Rockwell Aero Commander 560 (registration N2713B) operated by Private United States of America was involved in an aviation accident near Henderson, United States of America in flight. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Double engine failure due to fuel exhaustion. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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Both engines failed during cruise due to fuel exhaustion. Pilot performed belly landing in field. Two passengers seriously injured, four slightly injured. Aircraft destroyed.

Incident Details

During normal cruise flight, both engines of the aircraft ceased operation. The pilot subsequently reduced altitude and executed a belly landing in an open field located near Henderson. The aircraft was written off as a result of the landing and subsequent ground contact.

Injuries

Two passengers sustained serious injuries, while four other occupants received slight injuries. No further details regarding the nature of injuries were provided.

Probable Cause

The official investigation determined the probable cause to be double engine failure due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing factors reported include mismanagement of fuel, inadequate preflight preparation, intentional wheels-up landing, erratic fuel quantity gauge, and rough terrain.