Accident Details
A student pilot was conducting a solo cross-country flight. Before the return leg, the pilot was instructed to refuel the airplane. However, due to a holiday, no refueling service was available. The student assessed the fuel quantity and decided that the airplane had sufficient fuel for the return flight, then departed.
Approximately 1.75 hours after takeoff, the engine quit. The pilot initiated a forced landing in a field. During the landing, the airplane struck a tree.
Post-Accident Findings
Following the accident, FAA inspectors examined the aircraft. They found no fuel in the tanks.
Aircraft and Flight Information
The accident occurred on a solo cross-country training flight. The pilot was a student operating alone. No other individuals were aboard. The specific aircraft type, registration, and exact location were not disclosed in the source.
The time of day, weather conditions, and any air traffic control communications were not reported. No injuries or fatalities were mentioned in the source material.
The forced landing was executed in a field, but the airplane collided with a tree, resulting in damage. The extent of damage to the aircraft was not specified.
Conclusion
The investigation determined that the engine failure resulted from fuel exhaustion, as confirmed by the absence of fuel in the tanks after the accident.