Pilot Proficiency

On the Record: Cessna T210K

Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at 12:30 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

A Cessna T210K experienced a total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, caused by the pilot's failure to switch fuel tanks.
The pilot attributed this oversight to distraction with paperwork and high workload during the descent, leading to improper fuel management and failure to use the descent checklist.
The landing gear failed to extend prior to impact, likely due to the engine power loss disabling its hydraulically-powered pump.
The probable cause was the pilot's improper in-flight fuel management due to distraction and self-induced pressure, compounded by not using the descent checklist.

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Cessna T210K

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