NTSB Reports

The following briefs were selected from the 121 preliminary reports filed with the NTSB in December 2001. Statements in quotes were taken directly from the NTSB documents. The information is subject to change as the investigations are completed.

December 01, Prescott, Ariz.
Piper Comanche
At about 19:30 mountain time, a Piper PA-24-250 suffered fuel exhaustion while on final approach to runway 21R at Love Field and crashed about 450 feet short of the runway. The two occupants, both of whom were flight instructors, suffered minor injuries. The engine failed on approach with the fuel selector was positioned to the right auxiliary fuel tank and the pilot restored powe...

Key Takeaways:

• Multiple accidents involved an in-flight loss of engine power, often attributed to fuel system issues or mechanical failure, leading to forced landings and substantial aircraft damage.
• Several incidents occurred during landing and takeoff phases, including landing gear malfunctions, runway excursions, and aborted takeoffs.
• Loss of aircraft control, particularly during go-arounds, after takeoff, or suspected stalls, contributed to various accidents, some resulting in serious injuries or fatalities.

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