Incident Description
The pilot of an aircraft reported that a new fuel system had recently been installed in Miami, Florida. While switching fuel tanks, the pilot forgot about the new system and inadvertently turned the fuel selector to the off position. The engine subsequently quit. Realizing the error, the pilot switched the selector back to a full tank. The engine had just restarted when the aircraft collided with trees at the 10,500-foot level of a mountain.
Pilot Background
The pilot held a private pilot's certificate with single-engine and multi-engine land ratings. That certificate had been revoked in 1981 due to Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) violations.
Additional Findings
Following the accident, a small amount of cocaine and $19,200 in cash were found in the aircraft.