Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR21LA146

Watsonville, CA, USA

Aircraft #1

N656DF

COSTRUZIONI AERONAUTICHE TECNA P2002 SIERRA

Analysis

The pilot reported that during takeoff, the engine lost power. During the forced landing, the airplane struck power lines, nosed over, and impacted terrain. The fuselage and the right wing sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation and that the reason for the loss of engine power was due to fuel starvation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s inadequate fuel management which resulted in the loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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