MAULE M-4-220C
Sterling, AK — May 13, 2012
Event Information
| Date | May 13, 2012 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC12CA047 |
| Event ID | 20120606X74300 |
| Location | Sterling, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 60.54111, -150.59917 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | MAULE |
| Model | M-4-220C |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to use a preflight checklist and subsequent failure to turn on the airplane's fuel supply, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that he did not use a preflight checklist, and as a result, he did not turn the fuel selector valve to the "ON" position. During the initial climb, the engine lost power, and the airplane impacted terrain, receiving substantial damage to both wings. The pilot said that the accident could have been prevented through the use of a preflight 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.