Accident Narrative
The pilot reported that he began aerial spraying operations between 0530 and 0600 CDT on the morning of the accident and continued spraying until the time of the accident. He departed the airport with another load of chemical but had not refueled. While heading to a field at an altitude of 100 to 150 feet above ground level, the engine quit. The pilot immediately looked for a place to land and resorted to a muddy field. During maneuvering, the airplane stalled. While attempting to recover, the airplane struck the ground.
Pilot Statement
In a phone interview, the pilot stated, "I'm sure it ran out of gas." He also reported that the airplane had been running well all day and had given no indications of anything going wrong. Additionally, the pilot stated, "Fatigue was a major factor in all circumstances leading to the accident."