Final
2 minor
Jun 22, 2025
N31998 accident at Winchester, ID
Piper PA-32RT-300T — Fuel starvation at Winchester, ID
DateJun 22, 2025
Tail numberN31998
AircraftPiper PA-32RT-300T · Piper PA-32 Cherokee Six/Saratoga · P32T
LocationWinchester, ID
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries2 minor
NTSB caseWPR25LA183
Probable cause
The pilot’s improper fuel management resulting in fuel starvation, a total loss of engine power, and a subsequent off-airport forced landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s reduced fuel level monitoring due to an inflight distraction.
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