Cessna 303 Crusader — Other Documents

This document is an accident report concerning the Cessna T303 Crusader, specifically the aircraft registered as D-IAFC. It details the events leading up to the accident, which occurred on September 19, 2006, when the aircraft ditched into the North Sea due to fuel exhaustion. The report includes information about the flight, the pilot's experience, and the circumstances surrounding the accident, including fuel management and the aircraft's operational capabilities. It serves as a critical analysis of the factors contributing to the accident and provides insights into safety practices for pilots operating similar aircraft.

• Cessna T303 Crusader has a total usable fuel capacity of 579 liters (1,280 lbs).
• The aircraft ditched in the North Sea due to fuel exhaustion approximately 30 nm from the coast.
• The pilot had 24,000 hours of flying experience but miscalculated fuel requirements for the flight.
• The aircraft was not equipped with a life raft, which could have improved survival chances after ditching.
• The accident highlights the critical need for accurate fuel management and monitoring.