Incident Overview
A pilot reported that the aircraft was fully serviced with fuel before departing from Arlington, Texas, to Bentonville, Arkansas. While cruising at 8,500 feet on the return flight, the engine lost power. The pilot reported turning the emergency fuel pump on and switching fuel tanks, then turning the pump off. The engine did not restart, and an emergency landing was made on rough terrain approximately three miles from the airport, resulting in damage to the aircraft.
Details
During the emergency landing, the left wing was damaged. An estimated 35 gallons of fuel drained from the left tanks. The fuel selector was found positioned to the left main tank. No fuel was found in the right tank(s).
Post-Accident Inspection
During a post-accident check, the engine operated normally with only minor repair.