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Mar 1, 2026
N5063N accident at Larose, LA
Air Tractor Inc AT-502 — Fuel exhaustion at Larose, LA
DateMar 1, 2026
Tail numberN5063N
AircraftAir Tractor AT-502 · Air Tractor (all models) · AT5T
LocationLarose, LA
Phase of flightManeuvering
OperationPart 137 Aerial application
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseCEN26LA128
Probable cause
The pilot’s improper fuel planning and his failure to adequately monitor the fuel level during flight, which resulted in fuel exhaustion, and a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of attention performing the task, which led to a loss of situational awareness.
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