Incident Details
The pilot had operated the airplane on multiple flights and refueled once during the period. According to the pilot, an average fuel burn rate of 17 gallons per hour was used for planning. The amount of fuel on board at the last departure point was estimated rather than precisely measured. While en route, the engine lost power, prompting a forced landing in a field.
Post-Accident Examination
Following the accident, the airplane's fuel system was inspected. Approximately two ounces of fuel were found within the system. There was no evidence of fuel spillage at the accident site.
The circumstances indicate that the engine failure likely resulted from fuel exhaustion, as the fuel quantity was insufficient for the flight.