Flight Planning and Departure
The pilot listed a total fuel endurance of 5 hours and 30 minutes on the flight plan, and reported 182 gallons of fuel at takeoff. The aircraft's total fuel capacity is 162 gallons. The flight departed at 1055.
Weather Information
At 1527, the pilot received destination weather for Johnson County Executive Airport: ceiling indefinite 100 feet, sky obscured, visibility 1/8 mile in fog. The pilot stated he understood the visibility as 18 miles and proceeded with an instrument approach to that airport.
Approach and Missed Approach
At 1532, the pilot declared a missed approach and advised Kansas City Approach that he was low on fuel. He was then cleared for an approach to Kansas City International Airport.
Engine Failure and Impact
At 1541, the pilot advised that both engines had failed. The aircraft impacted the ground about 1 mile short of the airport.
Post-Accident Findings
There is no evidence that the pilot obtained enroute weather briefings for weather conditions at Johnson County Executive Airport. Weather observations at and after 0754 reported conditions below the landing minimum required for an instrument approach to that airport. No evidence of fuel was found in any of the aircraft's five fuel tanks.