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September 5, 2018 · Cessna 180 Undesignat · C-GODA
Richmond, VA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 5, 2018
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Richmond, VA
Aircraft
Cessna 180 Undesignat (1955)
Tail Number
C-GODA
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA18CA537
The pilot reported that, on final approach, about 4 miles from the runway, the engine lost all power. He diverted to an open field, but during the approach, the airplane struck a power line and then impacted the field. The pilot further reported that, although he filled the fuel tanks before the flight, he misunderstood how long the airplane could fly with full fuel and thought that he had enough fuel to complete the flight. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's improper preflight fuel planning and in-flight fuel management, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the total loss of engine power.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that, on the final approach, about 4 miles from the runway, the engine had a total power loss. He diverted to an open field but during the approach, the airplane struck a powerline and impacted the field. The pilot further reported that his fuel computer indicated that he should have landed with 30 minutes of fuel reserves and he thought he had enough fuel to complete the flight. He added that he should have diverted to refuel. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the both wings. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:00 EDT
Nearest AirportRichmond Intl (2nm N)
Runway20
Runway Length6607 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 180 Undesignat
Tail NumberC-GODA
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · IO 470 J · Reciprocating · 225
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 55 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind90° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter30.21 inHg
Observation Time17:40
Weather SourceWFAC