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May 27, 2024 · Nelson Lawrence K 601 HDS · N918LN
Somerton, AZ
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 27, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Somerton, AZ
Aircraft
Nelson Lawrence K 601 HDS (2017)
Tail Number
N918LN
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR24LA162
The pilot of the airplane reported that, during the preflight engine runup, he diverted his attention to a phone call and failed to switch the fuel selector to a fuel tank with adequate fuel. During the initial climb, the engine experienced a complete loss of power, and the pilot performed a forced landing in an agricultural field. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings and fuselage. 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 inadequate fuel management which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the airplane reported that, during the preflight engine runup, he diverted his attention to a phone call and failed to switch the fuel selector to a fuel tank with adequate fuel. During the initial climb, the engine experienced a complete loss of power, and the pilot performed a forced landing in an agricultural field. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings and fuselage. 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 Time07:00 MST
Nearest AirportSOMERTON (1nm WSW)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftNelson Lawrence K 601 HDS
Tail NumberN918LN
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLarry Nelson/Corvair · Corvair Conve · Reciprocating · 100
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 43 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 43 F
Altimeter29.86 inHg
Observation Time06:57
Weather SourceWFAC