Flight and Descent
The flight had been operating with the right fuel tank selected while cruising. As the aircraft began its descent, the pilot selected carburetor heat and enriched the fuel mixture.
Engine Failure and Attempted Restart
Shortly after these selections, the engine lost power and stopped running. The pilot then switched the fuel selector to both tanks. Engine power was temporarily restored during the descent, but the power level was not sufficient to maintain flight.
Forced Landing
With the engine unable to provide adequate thrust, the pilot executed a forced landing. The aircraft touched down on a railroad bed.
Post-Accident Inspection
Following the accident, an inspection of the aircraft was conducted. No mechanical failure or malfunction that could have caused the power loss was identified.