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N300VF accident description

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Crash location 45.516111°N, 100.271389°W
Nearest city Glenham, SD
45.532770°N, 100.271517°W
1.2 miles away
Tail number N300VF
Accident date 07 Oct 2014
Aircraft type Piper Pa 31-350
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

During a repositioning flight, the airplane encountered winds aloft that were higher than forecasted. The pilot reported that 25 minutes into the flight the left engine stopped producing power due to fuel exhaustion. The pilot secured the engine and continued towards the closest airport. Approximately 8 to 9 minutes later, the right engine stopped producing power due to fuel exhaustion. During a forced landing to a field, the right wing was substantially damaged. There were no mechanical anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in losses of power on both engines due to fuel exhaustion.

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