Final 1 minor May 31, 2024

N7500P accident at Colorado Springs, CO

Piper PA-24-250 — Fuel related at COS (Colorado Springs, CO)

DateMay 31, 2024
Tail numberN7500P
AircraftPiper PA-24-250 · Piper PA-24 Comanche · PA24
LocationCOS — Colorado Springs, CO
Phase of flightApproach
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 minor
NTSB caseCEN24LA206

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to use the carburetor heat during a descent that resulted in the loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.

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