Cessna 404 Titan — Service Bulletins

This document is a preliminary investigation report by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) regarding a fuel starvation incident involving a Cessna 404 Titan aircraft on October 18, 2007. The report details the sequence of events leading to the incident, including the flight's fuel management practices and the subsequent investigation into the aircraft's fuel quantity indicating system. The pilot experienced a loss of power in the right engine during descent, despite the fuel gauges indicating adequate fuel levels. The report outlines the findings of the investigation, including maintenance history and recommendations for improved fuel management procedures. It serves as a critical resource for operators and pilots of the Cessna 404 Titan, emphasizing the importance of accurate fuel monitoring and maintenance practices.

• The Cessna 404 Titan has a usable fuel capacity of 643.5 L per tank.
• The right engine lost power during descent despite fuel gauges indicating adequate fuel.
• Post-incident checks revealed only 3 L in the right tank and 90 L in the left tank.
• The fuel quantity indicating system uses electrical capacitance-type probes for measurement.
• Regular calibration of the fuel quantity indicating system is critical for accurate readings.