CESSNA 182P
Mineral Wells, TX — June 8, 2025
Event Information
| Date | June 8, 2025 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN25LA199 |
| Event ID | 20250609200285 |
| Location | Mineral Wells, TX |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 32.78253, -98.06029 |
| Airport | Mineral Wells |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 182P |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 4 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
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.
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.