What happened
Prior to departure, the pilot topped off both fuel tanks. The flight lasted three hours, arriving at the destination with a calculated two hours of fuel remaining.
During the final approach, the pilot was high on the glide path and initiated a go-around. After applying full power, the pilot established a positive rate of climb and retracted the flaps. While the aircraft was still on the upwind, the engine sputtered once; approximately one to two seconds later, the engine sputtered again and ceased operation.
Following a descending left turn, the pilot attempted to land the aircraft on a road. During this sequence, the aircraft collided with telephone wires. The impact caused damage to both fuel tanks, resulting in the loss of all fuel.
The investigation
An examination of the engine and the aircraft revealed no mechanical discrepancies. Following minor installation repairs, the engine was successfully test-run. Investigators also analyzed temperature and dew point data from three nearby locations. Based on an icing probability chart, there was a possibility of light carburetor icing occurring during glide conditions.