Loss of Engine Power During Climb After Touch-and-Go (N2351V)

Incident Overview and Pilot Actions The pilot stated that he had completed a touch-and-go landing and was climbing through 400 feet when he experienced a loss of engine power. In response, the pilot initiated a left turn and elected to return to the airport for an emergency landing. The airplane subsequently collided with the ground between two parallel taxiways. ## Investigation Findings Examination of the aircraft disclosed that there was no fuel in the left main fuel tank. A substantial amount of fuel was recovered from the right main fuel tank. During the initial examination of the cockpit area, the fuel selector was found to be on the left tank. Examination of the airframe failed to disclose a mechanical problem.