Incident Overview
A pilot reported that while descending through 2,000 feet above ground level (AGL) for an approach to land, the engine sputtered and then quit. The pilot was not using carburetor heat and had reduced the engine speed to 2,100 rpm at the time of the failure. The pilot executed a forced landing in a field; during the landing, the aircraft struck trees.
Post-Accident Examination
Following the accident, usable fuel was found in each fuel tank, and tests confirmed there was no contamination in the fuel. The engine was subsequently started and operated normally, displaying no anomalies. The carburetor heat system was also checked and found to operate normally.
Environmental Conditions
Icing probability curves, based on the reported ambient conditions, indicated that the aircraft was operating in an environment conducive to serious icing at glide power and visible icing at both glide and cruise power settings.
Additional Information
The aircraft's specific type, registration, operator, and the number of occupants were not disclosed in the source. No injuries or fatalities were reported. The time of day and exact location were also not specified. Air traffic control involvement was not mentioned.