Incident Overview
An airplane made a forced landing in a field after a total loss of engine power. The event occurred while the pilot was setting up for approach to land. According to the pilot, moderate turbulence was encountered at 4,000 feet, but level flight and directional control were maintained. At approximately 2,000 feet above ground level, the pilot configured for landing and increased power to compensate for strong turbulent conditions. The engine did not respond to the throttle input.
Pilot Actions
Upon noting the lack of engine response, the pilot applied full throttle, mixture, and propeller controls in an attempt to execute a go-around. Again, the engine failed to respond. The pilot did not attempt to restart the engine after the power loss. The airplane subsequently collided with several objects before landing on a grassy field in a residential area.
Post-Accident Inspection
Post-accident inspections of the power plant revealed no abnormalities. Additionally, no airframe or fuel system discrepancies that could explain the loss of engine power were found. The exact cause of the power loss remains undetermined based on the available evidence.