Incident Overview
A pilot reported experiencing a loss of engine power while descending to an airport. The pilot stated that the airplane was at an altitude of approximately 5,500 feet MSL with reduced power when, at a two-mile final for the landing runway, the engine began to lose power and did not respond to throttle inputs. Unable to reach the intended destination, the pilot elected to land in a cranberry bog located about one mile south of the airport.
Post-Accident Examination
Personnel from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) examined the aircraft after the accident. Their inspection found no evidence indicating a mechanical failure or malfunction.
Additionally, the operator reported that after the accident, the airplane's engine was successfully started and run at multiple power settings. No operating malfunctions or anomalies were noted during the test run.