# NTSB Accident ERA12FA526
> **BEECH B24R** · 2012-08-26 · Dayton, VA, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ERA12FA526
- **Event ID:** 20120826X33639
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2012-08-26
- **Location:** Dayton, VA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 38.421112, -79.121109
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 1
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** BEECH
- **Model:** B24R
- **Registration:** N9200S
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** IMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in fuel starvation and a total loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the noninstrument-rated pilot's decision to attempt a visual flight rules flight in instrument meteorological conditions over mountainous terrain.

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