# NTSB Accident LAX02LA264
> **Hispano Aviacion HA-200 SAETA** · 2002-08-26 · Bakersfield, CA, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** LAX02LA264
- **Event ID:** 20020903X01506
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2002-08-26
- **Location:** Bakersfield, CA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 35.683334, -118.599723
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 2
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Hispano Aviacion
- **Model:** HA-200 SAETA
- **Registration:** N232DS
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 2
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DUSK
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

the pilot's improper fuel system management, which lead to fuel starvation, and a loss of engine power.  A factor in the accident was the pilot's decision to continue on the second leg of the flight with the gear in the extended position, which increased the fuel consumption and reduced the aircraft's available range.

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