Final 1 minor Aug 27, 2024

N9580S accident at Sussex, NJ

Champion 7ECA — Fuel exhaustion at Sussex, NJ

DateAug 27, 2024
Tail numberN9580S
AircraftChampion 7ECA · Champion Citabria Aurora · CH7A
LocationSussex, NJ
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 minor
NTSB caseERA24LA359

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to properly secure the left wing fuel cap, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.

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