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January 16, 2025 · Luscombe 8 A · N71586
Omaha, NE
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 16, 2025
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 serious injury)
Location
Omaha, NE
Aircraft
Luscombe 8 A (1946)
Tail Number
N71586
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN25LA080
The pilot reported that while in the traffic pattern, the engine completely lost power. He switched fuel tanks, but engine power was not restored. The pilot conducted a forced landing and impacted trees. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings, fuselage, and empennage. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that the fuel tanks contained no usable fuel and the gascolator contained about a tablespoon of fuel. There was no evidence of fuel blight at the accident site. After the accident, the pilot stated that he did not sump the fuel tanks and should have checked the fuel level before the flight.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while in the traffic pattern, the engine completely lost power. He switched fuel tanks, but engine power was not restored. The pilot conducted a forced landing and impacted trees. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings, fuselage, and empennage. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that the fuel tanks contained no usable fuel and the gascolator contained about a tablespoon of fuel. There was no evidence of fuel blight at the accident site. After the accident, the pilot stated that he did not sump the fuel tanks and should have checked the fuel level before the flight.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:54 CST
Nearest AirportMillard Airport (1.2nm SSE)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftLuscombe 8 A
Tail NumberN71586
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental Motors · C-90 · Reciprocating · 90
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 serious injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 81 · Third Class · Serious
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point48 F / 25 F
Altimeter29.98 inHg
Observation Time17:15
Weather SourceWFAC