Flight Details
The pilot conducted a local flight of approximately 2 hours, which included three taxi-back landings. After the third landing, the pilot requested a fourth departure.
Fuel Indications
Prior to the third landing, the pilot observed the right main fuel tank gauge indicating 1/3 full, at the top of the yellow arc. Prior to the fourth departure, the left main fuel gauge indicated a little over 1/3 full, above the yellow arc. The pilot reported that the total fuel on board at the last takeoff was 26 gallons.
Engine Failure and Landing
During the departure from runway 22, at approximately 500 feet above ground level, the engine lost all power. The pilot turned and attempted to land on runway 4. Unable to reach the runway, the pilot executed a forced landing in a field. The airplane impacted terrain approximately 100 feet left of the runway centerline and came to a stop adjacent to the runway threshold.
Aircraft Damage
The impact collapsed the landing gear, buckled the airplane's right forward keel beam, and separated the step from the fuselage.
Relevant Handbook Guidance
The Beechcraft Bonanza Pilot's Operating Handbook states: "do not take off when Fuel Quantity Gauges indicate in the Yellow Band or with less than 13 gallons in each main tank."