Introduction
A pilot reported an engine power loss due to fuel exhaustion while returning from a flight to Kent Island. The incident occurred approximately 5 miles from the destination airport.
Flight Details
The pilot departed the aircraft's home base with about 9 gallons of fuel. The flight to Kent Island lasted about 45 minutes. Upon departing Kent Island for the return flight, the pilot estimated the fuel tanks held about 5 gallons. About 40 minutes after departure from Kent Island, the engine lost power.
Forced Landing
To avoid livestock and power lines, the pilot chose a field and aimed the airplane to a spot just past the middle of the field. During the landing, the right main landing gear struck a small wire fence.
Aftermath
The pilot stated that the cause of the loss of engine power was fuel exhaustion.