Socata TB9 Tampico, G-BIZE, 4 May 2008

Socata TB9 Tampico, G-BIZE

Summary:

During a syndicate check flight on a new aircraft type, the pilot did not switch between fuel tanks to the fullest tank as required. Whilst flying a final circuit, the selected tank ran out of usable fuel though the gauge read just under a quarter full. The engine stopped due to fuel starvation and the pilot carried out a forced landing in a nearby field, resulting in minor damage to the aircraft.

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Published 10 December 2014