Fuel Starvation – Aviation News Talk

319 Hot Springs Jet Crash, United FL 2477 Houston Overrun, Fuel Related Accidents + GA News

In this episode, Max discusses the crash of N1125A, a 1991 ASTRA/GULFSTREAM 1125 SP business jet at Ingalls Field Airport in Hot Springs, Virgina. It was the third fatal business jet crash in the U.S. in just five weeks. Five people on board were killed. The aircraft had been purchased just 3 ½ months early. ADS-B data shows it had a normal approach on the ILS down to about 1000 feet AGL, where the data stopped. Strong winds prevailed, and it’s likely that there were strong downdrafts on short final, which may have brought the jet down.

Several airline pilots send feedback about the United flight 2477 taxiway overrun at Houston. They also talked about the FOQA programs which would have provided automatic reporting, if this approach to landing met the airline’s criteria for an automatic go around. Max also reads listener emails related to the ten fuel-related accidents discussed last week.

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318 Recent Fuel Exhaustion and Fuel Starvation Accidents + GA News

In this episode, Max discusses the critical issue of fuel-related accidents in aviation, highlighting various incidents and discussing preventive measures. He summarizes ten recent NTSB reports, showing that fuel starvation and exhaustion accidents are more likely in older aircraft. Despite advancements in modern aircraft with low fuel warning systems, older models lack these safety features, making them more susceptible to such accidents.

The episode stresses that fuel-related accidents are not exclusive to low-time pilots, as even experienced ATP-rated pilots can be affected, especially when transitioning to new aircraft models. Accidents are often attributed to inadequate fuel planning and improper in-flight decisions.

Two main categories of fuel-related accidents are discussed: fuel exhaustion and fuel starvation. Fuel exhaustion occurs when no usable fuel remains onboard due to poor decision-making or leaving fuel caps off, while fuel starvation happens when fuel is not reaching the engine due to various factors such as incorrect fuel tank selection or mechanical failures.

These real-world examples underscore the need for thorough preflight planning, careful fuel management, and awareness of aircraft systems to prevent such accidents. The episode also offers practical advice for pilots flying older aircraft to minimize the risk of fuel-related accidents. It advocates for the installation of fuel totalizers, which provide accurate real-time fuel readings and are more reliable than traditional fuel gauges. Regular updates of fuel totalizers after refueling are essential for accurate fuel monitoring.

Drawing from personal experience, Max highlights the effectiveness of fuel totalizers in providing precise fuel readings, significantly reducing uncertainty compared to conventional fuel gauges.

In conclusion, the podcast emphasizes the significance of proactive measures in mitigating fuel-related accidents in aviation. By prioritizing thorough preflight planning, awareness of aircraft systems, and leveraging advanced technologies like fuel totalizers, pilots can enhance safety and minimize the risk of fuel-related incidents, ultimately ensuring a safer flying experience for all.

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167 Fuel Exhaustion and Fuel Starvation Accidents + GA News

Summary
167 Max talks about several recent fuel-related accidents and what the FAA’s Risk Management Handbook and the Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge say pilots can do to avoid these kinds of accidents. Listener feedback includes an FAA legal opinion on how pilots can use a non-CFII to get instrument current in actual conditions. And a controller asks about how pilots get to the MEA without an ODP.

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