What happened
A pilot operating a VFR aircraft departed Tulsa, Oklahoma, en route to Bristol, Tennessee, carrying a full load of fuel. The flight proceeded without any intermediate stops.
Upon reaching the area near Bristol, the pilot contacted Tri-City Approach Control to request radar vectors for the Tri-成立 Airport. However, due to the low altitude of the aircraft, radar contact with approach control could not be established. While the pilot believed the aircraft was southwest of the airport, Atlanta ARTCC identified the aircraft's position as being 40 miles northwest of Tri-City. Despite being advised of this positional discrepancy, the pilot continued on an easterly heading.
During the flight, passengers reported experiencing turbulence, snow showers, and reduced visibility. Consequently, the pilot elected to land on a street in Dungannon, Virginia. Witnesses observed the aircraft touch down hard, bounce, and veer to the left of the street, eventually striking the porch of a house. There were no fatalities reported.
The investigation
The investigation into the landing revealed that several witnesses noted an interruption of engine power prior to the aircraft coming to rest. Although an engine power interruption was reported, investigators found evidence of rotational damage on the propeller blades.
Regarding fuel status, the fuel selector was found in the position for the right outboard tank; the two right tanks contained approximately one quart of fuel remaining. Additionally, calculations determined that the center of gravity (CG) of the aircraft was located behind the aft limit.