What happened
The aircraft experienced a complete loss of power while in flight. The student pilot reported that he had become disoriented and was unable to determine his location. In an effort to land safely, he selected a nearby field for an emergency landing. However, the aircraft exhausted its fuel supply before it could reach the ground.
During the attempt to land in the field, the airplane collided with power transmission wires. The student pilot stated that he did not see the power lines prior to impact. The collision with the wires resulted in a crash of the aircraft.
The investigation
The investigation focused on the sequence of events leading to the loss of control and subsequent impact. Examination of the flight narrative confirmed that the primary issue was the depletion of fuel. The pilot's inability to locate suitable terrain for landing contributed to the extended duration of the emergency, which ultimately led to fuel exhaustion.
Findings
The investigation determined that the student pilot became lost during the flight. This disorientation prevented him from reaching a safe landing area in time. The aircraft ran out of fuel while he was attempting to land in a field. Consequently, the airplane collided with power transmission wires. The pilot's failure to see the power lines also contributed to the accident.
Safety message
Pilots must maintain strict fuel management and navigation awareness. In emergency situations, it is critical to identify hazards such as power lines early to avoid collision during low-altitude maneuvers.