Summary
The aircraft struck an obstacle during an attempted forced landing.
Inspection found that the engine had stopped when the fuel on board had been exhausted after 40 minutes flying. The pilot reported that the tanks were half full prior to departure. This should have been sufficient fuel for about two and a half hours flying. No evidence was found of any fuel leaks.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 199300323 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 21/02/1993 |
| Location | 55 km west of Port Macquarie |
| State | New South Wales |
| Report release date | 01/06/1993 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Collision with terrain, Forced/precautionary landing, Fuel exhaustion |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Minor |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Cessna Aircraft Company |
|---|---|
| Model | 177A |
| Registration | VH-TXU |
| Sector | Piston |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | Port Macquarie NSW |
| Destination | Birdwood NSW |
| Damage | Substantial |