Accident Details
An experimental airplane experienced a sudden and complete loss of engine power while cruising over mountainous terrain. The pilot performed a forced landing onto a soft, brush-covered field. During the landing rollout, the aircraft nosed over.
Cause of Power Loss
According to the pilot, the engine power loss was caused by a fracture of the mixture control cable. The cable broke due to fatigue at its attachment fitting on the carburetor. The component had accumulated a total service time of only 114 hours at the time of the failure.
Aircraft and Conditions
No further specifics about the aircraft type, registration, or other conditions are available from the source. The accident occurred without mention of injuries or additional damage beyond the nose-over.