Incident Summary
During a descent through 4,000 feet en route to a destination 75 miles away, the left engine lost power. The pilot followed the emergency checklist, which restored power. Shortly thereafter, both engines lost power. The pilot contacted the destination approach control, reporting a sick passenger on board and requesting the closest airport. Vectors were provided to an airport 10 miles away, but the pilot opted to perform a forced landing in a field, citing low fuel.
Examination Findings
Subsequent visual inspection of both nacelle fuel tanks by the FAA revealed no evidence of fuel. No noticeable fuel vapors were present, and the tanks were not ruptured or damaged. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunction, and the basis for the report of a sick passenger could not be established.