Accident Details
The aircraft struck ground obstructions during a forced landing approximately three miles southeast of Truckee, California. The forced landing was necessitated by a loss of engine power while the aircraft was descending toward Truckee Airport.
Flight History
The flight originated from Fallon, Nevada, on the morning of the accident. It first transported a revenue passenger to Santa Rosa, California. The pilot then operated a positioning segment to Truckee, which included a stop at Crescent City. The operator reported the accident on July 3, 1995, after assessing the aircraft damage.
Post-Accident Examination
During recovery at the accident site, examination of the aircraft revealed only residual fuel in the fuel tanks. The fuel tanks and all fuel system lines were found to be intact.