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Accident: Piper PA-31-350

Jan 21, 2015 · Goodland, KS

NTSB numberCEN15LA117Event id20150122X23956

0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
0
Minor injuries
1
Uninjured

Probable cause

The pilot's improper fuel management and failure to conduct the engine failure emergency procedures and his improper conduct of the forced landing, which resulted in fuel starvation, a total loss of engine power, and the subsequent high-energy impact with power lines and terrain. Contributing to the accident was pilot fatigue.

NTSB docket CEN15LA117

Source: National Transportation Safety Board. Record last changed Oct 28, 2026, 10:54 UTC.

Aircraft involved

Aircraft
Piper PA-31-350
Registration
N66906
Year built
1974
Category
Airplane
Damage
Substantial
Operating rules
Part 135: commuter and on-demand
Defining event
Enroute-cruise Fuel starvation

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Nearest airports

Airports with a Voydar profile closest to the recorded position. Proximity only.

  • Goodland Municipal Airport (GLD)7 nm (12 km) south-east

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