Event Overview
A single-engine airplane experienced a total loss of engine power while on the base leg of a full-stop landing approach. The pilot subsequently executed a forced landing into a residential area. During the landing, the aircraft struck trees, nosed over, and came to rest in an inverted position.
Preflight and Flight Details
According to the pilot, the preflight inspection did not include a visual check of the fuel tanks. Instead, fuel quantity was determined solely by referencing the cockpit fuel gauges. After departing, the pilot performed a touch-and-go landing, then continued for a full-stop landing.
Forced Landing and Post-Impact Condition
The forced landing occurred in a residential neighborhood. Upon impact with trees, the aircraft nosed over and ultimately rested upside down. Examination of the wreckage revealed that the fuel tanks were not ruptured and contained no fuel. The absence of fuel indicates fuel exhaustion, consistent with the reported reliance on gauge indications rather than visual confirmation.
Injury and Damage Assessment
The source does not specify any injuries or fatalities. The aircraft structure sustained damage from the impact, including the nose-over attitude. No further details on damage extent are provided.