Final 1 minor Feb 22, 2025

N781FM accident at Mayo, MD

Cessna 172 — Fuel related at Mayo, MD

DateFeb 22, 2025
Tail numberN781FM
AircraftCessna 172 · Cessna 172 Skyhawk · C172
LocationMayo, MD
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Instructional
Injuries1 minor
NTSB caseERA25LA127

Probable cause

A total loss of engine power at low altitude due to an accumulation of carburetor ice while in a cruise-power descent, which resulted in a forced landing.

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