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February 17, 2025 · Cessna 172N · N2913E

Pearland, TX

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 17, 2025
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Pearland, TX
Aircraft
Cessna 172N (1978)
Tail Number
N2913E
Operator
Flying Tigers Flight School
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN25LA099

The pilot reported that about 10 miles away from his intended destination, following a cross-country flight, the airplane experienced “engine or fuel problems.” He stated that he performed the emergency procedures and that the engine power did not improve. The pilot contacted air traffic control and diverted to a closer airport. He stated that he forgot to extend the airplane’s flaps during his approach, and the airplane “came in to land extremely fast.” According to the pilot, the airplane touched down midfield, and the pilot determined that there was insufficient usable runway and he initiated a go-around. The airplane reached about 300-400 ft above ground level and subsequently lost all engine power. The airplane impacted terrain and came to rest inverted in trees, which resulted in substantial damage to both wings, the fuselage, and the empennage. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that both fuel tanks were intact and contained no observable fuel. There were no discernible indications of fuel on nearby vegetation or fuel dye stains on any airplane surfaces. The pilot discussed his cross-country flight with a flight instructor before departing. According to the instructor, the pilot stated that the total flight time would be 4 hours. The instructor told the pilot to purchase fuel once he landed at his destination before returning, and the pilot acknowledged. According to the pilot, he conducted a touch-and-go landing before departing back to his original departure point. The pilot stated that he did not refuel because both fuel tank gauges indicated that they were above half full.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s poor flight planning and decision making, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that about 10 miles away from his intended destination, following a cross-country flight, the airplane experienced “engine or fuel problems.” He stated that he performed the emergency procedures and that the engine power did not improve. The pilot contacted air traffic control and diverted to a closer airport. He stated that he forgot to extend the airplane’s flaps during his approach, and the airplane “came in to land extremely fast.” According to the pilot, the airplane touched down midfield, and the pilot determined that there was insufficient usable runway and he initiated a go-around. The airplane reached about 300-400 ft above ground level and subsequently lost all engine power. The airplane impacted terrain and came to rest inverted in trees, which resulted in substantial damage to both wings, the fuselage, and the empennage. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that both fuel tanks were intact and contained no observable fuel. There were no discernible indications of fuel on nearby vegetation or fuel dye stains on any airplane surfaces. The pilot discussed his cross-country flight with a flight instructor before departing. According to the instructor, the pilot stated that the total flight time would be 4 hours. The instructor told the pilot to purchase fuel once he landed at his destination before returning, and the pilot acknowledged. According to the pilot, he conducted a touch-and-go landing before departing back to his original departure point. The pilot stated that he did not refuel because both fuel tank gauges indicated that they were above half full.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time22:47 CST
Nearest AirportPearland Regional Airport (0.1nm NW)
Runway32
Runway Length4313 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna 172N
Tail NumberN2913E
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorFlying Tigers Flight School
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-H2AD · Reciprocating · 160
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 37 · Third Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightNight
Wind20° @ 4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point46 F / 36 F
Altimeter30.31 inHg
Observation Time22:53
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data