N48251 is a 1979 Cessna 152. It is a fixed-wing single-engine aircraft with 2 seats, powered by a Lycoming 0-235 series rated at 115 horsepower. Its registration was cancelled in Mar 1979. Its standard airworthiness certificate was issued in Apr 2013. This page also carries 1 NTSB event.
FAA recordRegistered in Wilmington, DE in 2007 · deregistered in 1979.
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The pilot of the Cessna 152 fueled the airplane to full tanks, prior to departure. He planned for his flight to take approximately 3 hours, and his past experience led him to estimate a 4-hour endurance for the airplane. After approximately 2.7 hours, the engine began to run rough, and the pilot diverted to a nearby airport. The engine continued to lose power, and the pilot decided to land in a field, when he realized he would not be able to make it to the airport. After landing, the pilot observed that the left fuel tank was empty. The right fuel tank contained fuel, and its fuel gauge indicated 1/4 tank full. The pilot then decided to add fuel to the airplane and take off from the field. During the attempted takeoff, the airplane struck a rut in the grass and nosed over, substantially damaging the wings and fuselage.
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About the Cessna 152
About the modelA two-seat, high-wing trainer, the 150 refined around a slightly larger engine and 100LL fuel. One of the most common training aircraft in the country.