Incident Overview
A pilot flying a cross-country trip from Rochester, New York, destined for Ithaca, New York, encountered difficulties en route. According to the pilot, she became disoriented and contacted the local controlling facility on frequency 121.5 for assistance. Controllers provided vectors to Honeoye Airport.
Sequence of Events
While approaching Honeoye Airport, the engine quit. The pilot executed an emergency landing in a field. During the landing, the aircraft nosed over. No further details about the condition of the aircraft or the pilot were provided.
Flight Details
The pilot had filed a flight plan indicating five hours of fuel endurance. Tach time readings recorded before departure and at the time of the accident showed that the total flight duration was 5.6 hours. The source did not specify the aircraft type, registration, number of occupants, injuries, or damage items.