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November 1, 2011 · Downer Bellanca 14-19-2 · N711W
Borger, TX
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 1, 2011
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Borger, TX
Aircraft
Downer Bellanca 14-19-2
Tail Number
N711W
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN12CA051
The pilot was on a cross-country flight at 9,500 feet mean sea level. About 20 miles from his destination, he started the descent to the airport. The pilot reported that he looked at his fuel gauge and decided to switch fuel tanks when the airplane reached 5,000 feet. As he leveled the airplane, the engine lost power before the pilot switched fuel tanks. He turned on the fuel pump and attempted to turn the fuel selector knob. However, the knob broke in half, leaving just the post. Unable to turn the post and restart the engine, the pilot elected to conduct a forced landing in an open area. During the forced landing, the left wing was nearly severed in two by impact with a tree, the landing gear collapsed, and the fuselage sustained substantial damage. After the accident, the pilot stated that he mistakenly turned the fuel gauge selector knob and not the fuel selector knob then got distracted by the knob breaking.
NTSB Probable Cause
A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot’s improper fuel management. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s diverted attention with the broken fuel gauge knob.
Full Narrative
The pilot was on a cross-country flight at 9,500 feet mean sea level. Approximately 20 miles from his destination he started the descent to the airport. The pilot reported that he looked at his fuel gauge and decided to switch fuel tanks when reaching 5,000 feet. As he leveled the airplane off, the engine lost power. He turned on the fuel pump and attempted to turn the fuel selector knob. However, the knob broke in half, leaving just the post. Unable to turn the post and re-start the engine, the pilot elected to conduct a forced landing in an open area. During the forced landing, the left wing was nearly severed in two by an impact with a tree, the landing gear collapsed, and the fuselage sustained substantial damage. After the accident, the pilot added that he mistakenly turned the fuel gauge selector knob and not the fuel selector knob, then got distracted by the knob breaking.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:30 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftDowner Bellanca 14-19-2
Tail NumberN711W
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · O-470 SERIES · Reciprocating · 230
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 62 · Third Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind180° @ 15 kt, gusting 20 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point28 C
Altimeter29.81 inHg
Observation Time22:51
Weather SourceWFAC