Overview
A pilot experienced a loss of engine power while attempting to locate the destination airport, leading to an emergency landing on a highway. The incident occurred west of Houston, Texas.
Sequence of Events
The pilot stated that he had the destination airport in sight but momentarily lost visual contact. While scanning for the airport, the engine lost power. The pilot initiated an emergency landing on Interstate Highway 10, west of Houston. After the aircraft touched down and during the landing rollout, the right wing collided with a sign post.
Aftermath
The cause of the engine power loss was not determined. It was later noted that the destination airport had experienced a complete loss of electrical power at the time of the incident.