Accident Overview
During an emergency landing on a road, an airplane struck a pole and a chain link fence. The pilot had made a 2-hour flight and stopped to refuel. The airplane was refueled with 48 gallons of fuel and departed. The pilot then landed at the next airport, recalculated his fuel, and filed an IFR flight plan. He estimated his remaining fuel at 31 gallons and left the interim airport without refueling.
Pilot Actions
The pilot estimated having 3.5 hours of fuel on board for the last leg of the flight. About 1.5 hours into the flight, the engine lost all power. The pilot diverted to a closer airport but was too low to reach it, so he made an emergency landing on a road. During the landing, the airplane struck a pole and a chain link fence.
Fuel Management
According to the manufacturer, the airplane holds a total of 50 gallons of fuel; 48 gallons are usable, with 24 gallons in each wing. First responders reported finding no fuel on board the airplane, or in the surrounding area of the airplane.
Conclusion
The accident occurred due to fuel exhaustion leading to an engine failure. No other factors were identified in the source.