Incident Overview
During a practice instrument approach, the aircraft experienced a loss of engine power while descending. The pilots indicated that no other mechanical failures or malfunctions occurred prior to the power loss.
Weather Conditions
The ambient temperature at the time was 81 degrees Fahrenheit, with a dew point of 71 degrees Fahrenheit. Based on the icing probability chart, these conditions indicate a possibility of serious carburetor icing at glide power settings.
Pilot Reports
Both pilots stated that they did not observe any other mechanical issues with the engine before the loss of power.
Investigation
The investigation focused on the environmental conditions and their potential to cause carburetor icing, as the pilots reported no preexisting mechanical problems. The exact cause of the power loss was not determined from the available information.