Final None Oct 8, 2024

N243LA accident at Corcoran, CA

Air Tractor AT502 — Fuel starvation at PVT (Corcoran, CA)

DateOct 8, 2024
Tail numberN243LA
AircraftAir Tractor AT502 · Air Tractor (all models) · AT5T
LocationPVT — Corcoran, CA
Phase of flightApproach
OperationPart 137 Aerial application
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseWPR25LA011

Probable cause

A total loss of engine power due to the pilot's improper manipulation of the condition lever during flight, which resulted in fuel starvation and a forced landing.

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