Incident Overview
A flight instructor reported that the aircraft experienced a total loss of engine power at approximately 10 miles from the departure airport due to fuel exhaustion. The flight had originated from Evansville Regional Airport after a session of practice maneuvers and touch-and-go landings.
Flight Sequence
According to the instructor, the flight began with 0.8 hours of practice flight maneuvers in a designated practice area. Following this, the aircraft returned to Evansville Regional Airport for four touch-and-go landings. The flight then departed again with the intention of performing a flyover of the student pilot's residence.
Loss of Power and Forced Landing
While en route to the student's house, at a distance of 10 miles from the airport, the engine lost all power. The instructor attributed the power loss to fuel exhaustion. Subsequently, the instructor executed a forced landing in a field.
Aircraft Damage
During the landing roll, the aircraft sustained damage after traversing a ditch and crossing a road. The extent of the damage was not specified in the report.
Probable Cause
The pilot reported that the loss of engine power was due to fuel exhaustion.