Accident Details
A Piper PA-23-160 aircraft experienced a loss of power in both engines while on approach to Burley, Idaho. The pilot had just completed a go-around and was on his second approach at the conclusion of a flight from St. George, Utah. The aircraft landed approximately half a mile short of the runway, resulting in substantial damage.
Fuel and Flight Information
The aircraft had been fueled to a total of 72 gallons before departure. Normal cruise fuel consumption is 16 gallons per hour. The aircraft had been aloft for less than 3.5 hours. The calm wind range of the aircraft is approximately 600 nautical miles with VFR reserves. The airway distance for this flight is 388 nautical miles, or 320 nautical miles direct.
Investigation
FAA inspectors inspected the aircraft and attributed the power loss in both engines to fuel exhaustion. The cause of the excessive fuel consumption that led to fuel exhaustion was not determined.