Incident Details
A Cessna T303 experienced a total loss of power in both engines while on final approach to Runway 30. Subsequently, the aircraft struck a localizer antenna. The pilot reported that the engines failed due to fuel exhaustion. During the descent, after lowering the landing gear, the aircraft descended 150 to 200 feet before impacting the antenna.
Operational Procedures
The flight had made five stops to pick up and deliver cargo. The aircraft was typically flown daily by different pilots. According to standard procedure, the aircraft was not refueled at its base departure point but rather at an intermediate stop. As a result, the aircraft was not fully fueled before the day's flight. The fuel level could only be estimated through visual inspection during the preflight check.
Investigation Findings
Two weeks prior to the incident, the pilot had questioned the chief pilot about this refueling procedure and the fuel level, and was informed that it was acceptable. The investigation revealed that the aircraft had not been refueled during the preceding day's stop at the intermediate location.