Final
None
Jul 5, 2025
N71790 accident at Newaygo, MI
Luscombe 8A — Fuel exhaustion at Newaygo, MI
DateJul 5, 2025
Tail numberN71790
AircraftLuscombe 8A · Luscombe 8 · L8
LocationNewaygo, MI
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseCEN25LA239
Probable cause
The pilot’s inadequate fuel planning and his failure to adequately monitor the fuel level during the flight which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
View the full NTSB report (PDF) →
Get email alerts
Follow any of these and NTSB Alerts emails you when a matching report publishes — including when this case is updated.