What happened
Following takeoff, the pilot experienced rough running of the engine. Because there was no suitable landing area immediately available, the pilot elected to attempt a return to the airport. However, upon completion of the turn, the engine stopped entirely. This failure forced the pilot to execute an emergency landing into a wooded area.
The pilot had attempted this same flight earlier in the day but was forced to return due to similar engine roughness. At that time, maintenance personnel performed work on the engine fuel system, and it was believed that the issue had been resolved.