Incident Summary
An aircraft en route experienced a power loss after the pilot reported fuel exhaustion. The aircraft subsequently landed in a canal, and the pilot and two passengers exited the aircraft and swam to shore. No further details on injuries or damage were provided.
Sequence of Events
While in contact with Syracuse Approach Control, the pilot communicated a change of destination from Niagara Falls to Rochester, New York, citing low fuel. However, the pilot did not inform Syracuse Approach of the urgency of the fuel situation. The pilot attempted to continue flying for an additional 68 miles. The aircraft ran out of fuel approximately 20 miles short of its intended destination of Rochester.
Outcome
The aircraft landed in a canal. The pilot and two passengers were able to swim to shore. The pilot stated that the power loss was due to fuel exhaustion.