Flight Details
The pilot, who reported 11,051 hours of total flight experience, stated that the cross-country flight of 211 nautical miles commenced at approximately 1030 on the morning of the occurrence. He noted that the aircraft departed with a full fuel load, which he calculated would provide a fuel endurance of 3 hours and 40 minutes.
Intermediate Stop
Approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes after departure, the pilot decided to make an intermediate landing at an airport situated 162 nautical miles from the origin. The airport was unattended upon his arrival, and as a result, no fuel was added. The pilot subsequently departed from that airport at 1255 to continue to the final destination.
Engine Failure and Forced Landing
At approximately 1325, while the airplane was positioned about 3 miles north of the landing threshold for the intended destination, the engine began to run roughly. This was followed by a complete cessation of engine power. In response, the pilot executed a forced landing, touching down in a pasture.
Investigation
The investigation was unable to determine the reason for the loss of engine power.