Flight Details
An aircraft departed Abilene around noon on the second leg of a flight intended to repossess the aircraft. The pilot reported operating the engine at full rich mixture with the fuel flow meter indicating 18 gallons per hour. Based on this consumption rate, the aircraft would have exhausted its fuel after 3.77 hours of flight.
In-Flight Events
During the flight, the passenger—a rated pilot occupying the right front seat—recommended stopping for fuel at least twice. The pilot, however, chose to continue without additional fuel stops. The engine subsequently ran out of fuel at approximately 1630 Central Standard Time.
Forced Landing
Following the fuel exhaustion, the pilot executed a forced landing adjacent to a freeway overpass. The outcome of the landing, including any damage or injuries, was not described in the source.