Incident Overview
A pilot experienced an engine stoppage during the approach to Linden Airport. The flight had been conducted with the fuel selector positioned on the left wing tank. Following the engine failure, the pilot attempted to restart the engine but was unsuccessful. Notably, the pilot did not switch the fuel selector to the right tank during the restart attempts.
Preflight Inspection
During the preflight inspection, the pilot visually checked the fuel tanks and determined that they were full. No discrepancies were noted at that time.
Flight and Engine Failure
The flight proceeded normally until the approach to Linden Airport, when the engine ceased operating. The pilot made multiple attempts to restart the engine, but these efforts failed. The pilot reported that the left fuel gage had been serviced recently and failed during the flight, continuing to indicate fuel throughout the journey.
Post-Flight Inspection
The following day, an inspection of the aircraft revealed that approximately 29 gallons of fuel were drained from the right fuel tank. The left tank's fuel quantity was not specified in the available information.
Probable Cause
Not stated in the source.