Final None 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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