CESSNA 180
Kahlotus, WA — November 15, 2022
Event Information
| Date | November 15, 2022 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR23LA042 |
| Event ID | 20221122106349 |
| Location | Kahlotus, WA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 46.72236, -118.58783 |
| Airport | Hackney |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 180 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 1 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to check the fuel selector position before takeoff and his improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power. Also causal was the pilot’s loss of airplane control which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.