Incident Summary
According to the pilot's statement, while cruising at 3,000 feet mean sea level, smoke was observed in the cockpit, followed by a loss of oil pressure. The pilot reduced engine power to a minimum and elected to perform a precautionary landing in a hay field. However, the aircraft overshot the intended landing site. The pilot then attempted to land in an adjacent field, but during the landing, the aircraft collided with a fence and a railroad right of way. After the collision, the aircraft bounced and slid to a stop on the railroad tracks.
Post-Accident Investigation
A post-accident investigation revealed that an oil cooler hose had failed, which caused the loss of oil pressure. No other factors or conditions were reported in the investigation.