What happened
The incident occurred during a business flight shortly after takeoff. While the aircraft was climbing toward its cruise altitude, the pilot reported that the engine quit. Due to the loss of power, the pilot was forced to ditch the aircraft in water. The aircraft has not been recovered from the site of the ditching.
The investigation
Because the aircraft was never recovered, investigators were unable to perform a mechanical examination or determine the specific reason for the reported loss of engine power. The pilot was not available for an interview, and no medical records were found on file with the Federal Aviation Administration. Additionally, the pilot did not file an accident report.
Findings
The primary factor in this event was the loss of engine power during the climb phase. Without the aircraft or the pilot's input, the exact cause remains undetermined. The pilot was not injured in the incident.