Final 1 minor Sep 19, 2024

N7058G accident at Fredericksburg, VA

Cessna 172K — Fuel exhaustion at Fredericksburg, VA

DateSep 19, 2024
Tail numberN7058G
AircraftCessna 172K · Cessna 172 Skyhawk · C172
LocationFredericksburg, VA
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 minor
NTSB caseERA24LA390

Probable cause

The pilot’s inadequate fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a subsequent total loss of engine power.

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