What happened
The incident occurred while the aircraft was returning from an aerial application mission. During this phase of flight, the turbine-powered Grumman G-164A experienced a complete and sudden loss of power. Despite the mechanical failure, the pilot managed to maintain control and executed a successful touchdown in an open field.
During the landing roll, the aircraft encountered a ditch. The impact with this terrain feature caused the airframe to sustain substantial damage. No further details regarding injuries or specific flight conditions were provided in the source material.
The investigation
Investigators examined the circumstances surrounding the power loss and the subsequent landing. However, the official report indicates that the specific cause of the engine power failure could not be determined through the available evidence.