What happened
The aircraft was engaged in a short ferry flight when the pilot noticed a decrease in fuel pressure. Despite attempts to restore normal operation, the issue could not be resolved. As the situation deteriorated, the pilot initiated a forced landing procedure. During the final approach phase over an urban area, the aircraft struck a ground wire before descending onto a city street. The impact resulted in an intense fire that engulfed the wreckage.
The investigation
Investigators examined the wreckage to determine the root cause of the fuel pressure loss. However, the intensity of the post-impact fire caused significant damage to critical components. This destruction made it impossible to definitively identify the specific mechanical failure or reason for the initial loss of fuel pressure.
Findings
The sequence of events indicates a total loss of engine power due to fuel system issues during flight. The inability to restore fuel pressure necessitated an emergency landing in a populated area. The subsequent collision with infrastructure and fire obscured forensic evidence regarding the primary mechanical cause.