Engine Failure During Ferry Flight Results in Forced Landing (N166ZA)

What happened

The aircraft was operating under the authority of a ferry permit when the incident occurred. Shortly after initiating takeoff, the pilot experienced a complete loss of power specifically on the right engine. The failure was attributed to an oil system malfunction.

In response to the emergency, the pilot executed a forced landing in a bean field located adjacent to the departure airport. During the impact of the landing, the right engine separated from the airframe before the aircraft came to rest.

The investigation

The examination focused on the mechanical failure that led to the power loss. The investigation determined that the root cause was an oil system failure within the right engine.