Accident Summary
During the approach to the runway, both engines experienced a total loss of power, prompting the pilot to execute a forced landing on a muddy bean field. The landing resulted in serious injury to the pilot.
Fuel Selector Configuration
Post-accident examination revealed that the left fuel selector valve was positioned to the right main tank, and the right fuel selector valve was also in the right main position. The airplane checklist requires that each fuel selector be positioned to its respective main fuel tank—left selector to left main, right selector to right main.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated that he did not remember the positions of the fuel selectors at the time of the accident.
Safety Restraint Use
An available shoulder harness was installed at the pilot's seat, but the pilot was not wearing it during the accident.