Flight Details
The airplane departed Joliet, Illinois, bound for Pulaski, Tennessee. After landing at Pulaski, the pilot-in-command was informed that fuel was not available. Subsequently, she departed for Muscle Shoals, Alabama, located 37 miles southwest of Pulaski. Approximately 8 miles from Muscle Shoals, the engine ceased operation.
Fuel and Endurance
Upon departure from Joliet, the fuel tanks were full, and the expected endurance was 4 hours and 30 minutes. The accident occurred at 1435 local time.
Investigation Findings
An FAA inspector examined the airplane at the accident site. The aircraft was inverted, and no fuel was found in the gascolator. The pilot-in-command stated that the fuel had been exhausted.