Incident Overview
An aircraft suffered a complete loss of engine power while in flight, forcing the pilot to select an off-airport landing site. The chosen location was a wheat field situated on rising terrain. However, the field's surface proved to be rough and uneven, complicating the landing.
Landing and Ground Event
Upon touchdown, the rough terrain caused the nose gear to fail. The aircraft subsequently nosed over, coming to rest inverted or partially inverted. The exact orientation was not specified in the investigation.
Post-Accident Investigation
Following the incident, investigators examined the powerplant. The inspection revealed no mechanical discrepancies, with the sole exception of a small amount of water found in the #2 cylinder. During the on-scene investigation, once the aircraft was righted and a fuel sump check was performed, no water was detected in the fuel system.