CESSNA 177
Cortland, IL — July 27, 2023
Event Information
| Date | July 27, 2023 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN23LA330 |
| Event ID | 20230727192730 |
| Location | Cortland, IL |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 41.91138, -88.70422 |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 177 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 2 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 2 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s improper fuel planning, that resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion, and a subsequent forced landing.
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.