Incident Overview
A pilot planned a cross-country flight and decided to turn around and return to the departure point after one hour and forty minutes of flight. The pilot did not land to refuel, believing that one hour of reserve fuel would remain after landing. While approaching the airport, the engine lost power.
Landing and Aftermath
The pilot initiated a forced landing to an open area. During the landing roll, the airplane collided with rough terrain. Post-crash inspection revealed that the fuel tanks were empty of fuel. There was no fuel leak, and the fuel tanks remained intact. No evidence was found to indicate a mechanical failure or malfunction.