Flight Details
The flight departed from Cedar City, Utah, en route to Page, Arizona. For the initial portion of the trip, the pilot selected the right tip fuel tank. He later switched to the left tip fuel tank.
Engine Power Loss
Approximately 20 to 30 minutes after switching to the left tip fuel tank, the engine lost power. The pilot believed there was ample fuel remaining in the left tip tank and did not switch to another fuel tank after the power loss.
Landing Sequence
Faced with a forced landing, the pilot initially aimed for a major highway. However, traffic on the highway caused him to seek an alternative landing site. He executed an off-airport landing on rough and uneven terrain. During the landing, all three landing gear sheared off the aircraft. The aircraft sustained damage to the landing gear.