Accident Details
An aircraft experienced a total loss of power and subsequently nosed over in a field during a forced landing. The pilot had reported that fuel consumption during the flight seemed higher than usual. He began looking for Crookston Municipal Airport to land. Approximately 3 miles southeast of the airport, the power loss occurred.
Sequence of Events
During the landing attempt, the aircraft was stalled about 10 feet above ground level. As the aircraft contacted the ground, the nose gear collapsed, and the aircraft nosed over. The pilot had been seeking to land at Crookston Municipal Airport when the engine failed.
Fuel Examination
An examination of the fuel supply revealed that it had been exhausted. The total loss of power was attributed to the fuel starvation. The aircraft sustained damage during the event.