Final
1 serious, 1 minor
Oct 16, 2025
N159RJ crash at Cynthiana, KY
Cessna 177 — Fuel exhaustion at Cynthiana, KY
DateOct 16, 2025
Tail numberN159RJ
AircraftCessna 177 · Cessna Cardinal · C177
LocationCynthiana, KY
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 serious, 1 minor
NTSB caseERA26LA018
Probable cause
The pilot's inadequate fuel planning and preflight inspection, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and a forced landing. Contributing to the accident was the impact with powerlines during final approach.
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