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February 16, 2026 · Cessna 182G · N515CL

Quail Heights, FL

Overview

Report Status
Factual report
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 16, 2026
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Quail Heights, FL
Aircraft
Cessna 182G (1964)
Tail Number
N515CL
Operator
Professional Pilot Services
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA26LA116

On February 16, 2026, at 1020 eastern standard time a Cessna 182G, N515CL, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Quail Heights, Florida. The pilot and two passengers were not injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The pilot reported that during the preflight inspection he added a small quantity of fuel to both wing tanks to ensure both were full, then sumped the wing tank drains and the fuel strainer, finding no contamination. Taxi out and runup were normal with no anomalies noted. Shortly after takeoff, the engine lost all power. The pilot decided to return to the airport and conducted a downwind landing opposite the direction of departure. After touchdown, he was unable to stop the airplane, and it overran the runway and subsequently impacted trees. The left wing and fuselage sustained substantial damage. Post accident examination by the NTSB and FAA found no visible damage to the engine. Engine control continuity was established. Fuel was observed in both wing tanks, the carburetor bowl, and the fuel strainer, which also contained a small amount of particulate contamination. The upper spark plugs were removed and several exhibited sooting on the electrodes. The wreckage was retained for further examination.

Full Narrative

On February 16, 2026, at 1020 eastern standard time a Cessna 182G, N515CL, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Quail Heights, Florida. The pilot and two passengers were not injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The pilot reported that during the preflight inspection he added a small quantity of fuel to both wing tanks to ensure both were full, then sumped the wing tank drains and the fuel strainer, finding no contamination. Taxi out and runup were normal with no anomalies noted. Shortly after takeoff, the engine lost all power. The pilot decided to return to the airport and conducted a downwind landing opposite the direction of departure. After touchdown, he was unable to stop the airplane, and it overran the runway and subsequently impacted trees. The left wing and fuselage sustained substantial damage. Post accident examination by the NTSB and FAA found no visible damage to the engine. Engine control continuity was established. Fuel was observed in both wing tanks, the carburetor bowl, and the fuel strainer, which also contained a small amount of particulate contamination. The upper spark plugs were removed and several exhibited sooting on the electrodes. The wreckage was retained for further examination.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:20 EST
Nearest AirportRichards Fld (0nm N)
Runway27
Runway Length2620 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna 182G
Tail NumberN515CL
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorProfessional Pilot Services
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind290° @ 11 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point64 F
Altimeter29.99 inHg
Observation Time10:00
Weather SourceWFAC

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