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Mar 3, 2026
N588BR accident at Thonotosassa, FL
Cessna 152 — Fuel exhaustion at VDF (Thonotosassa, FL)
DateMar 3, 2026
Tail numberN588BR
AircraftCessna 152 · C152
LocationVDF — Thonotosassa, FL
Phase of flightApproach
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseERA26LA135
Probable cause
The pilot’s inadequate fuel planning and improper in-flight decision-making, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
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