Aircraft Emergency Landing After Power Loss in Open Field (N6088S)

Incident Overview and Engine Stoppage Details The pilot had accumulated approximately 2.65 hours of flight time and was returning to the airport where the aircraft was rented when a power loss occurred. The pilot reported switching fuel tanks, which caused the engine to restart momentarily before stopping again. The aircraft's recorded altitude was 2,500 feet mean sea level when the engine stopped. ## Emergency Descent and Landing Sequence During the emergency descent, the pilot maneuvered over powerlines and landed in an open field. The aircraft struck a dirt mound and a cement culvert during the landing. Dark night conditions prevailed at the time of the incident. ## Post-Accident Fuel and Engine Investigation The left fuel tank was found empty, while the right fuel tank was full but leaked during the night until the recovery team arrived. Eleven gallons of fuel were drained from the right tank. The engine was test run using fuel from the right tank, and no anomalies were noted to the engine.