What happened
While the aircraft was established on final approach for landing, the engine suddenly lost power. Unable to reach the runway due to the loss of thrust, the pilot initiated a turn and selected an open field for an emergency landing. During the landing roll, the airplane collided with a ditch and subsequently struck the airport boundary fence.
The investigation
A post-crash inspection of the engine was conducted to determine the cause of the power loss. The examination revealed no evidence to indicate a mechanical failure or malfunction within the engine components.
Findings
The sudden loss of engine power during the critical phase of flight prevented the pilot from completing the landing. The subsequent collision with terrain features resulted in damage to the aircraft.