Accident Overview
During a landing approach, a pilot reported a loss of engine power on final approach, necessitating an emergency landing. The pilot had performed a GUMPS check on the downwind leg, confirming fuel selector position and landing gear extension. Flaps were lowered on the base leg. While turning from base to final, the pilot advanced the mixture to full rich and the propeller to full forward, but noted no change in engine noise and that engine RPM had dropped to 1,500. Shortly thereafter, the engine lost power completely.
Emergency Response and Forced Landing
The pilot declared an emergency and attempted to restart the engine twice, but the restart was unsuccessful. The pilot executed a forced landing to a partially vacant parking lot. During the landing, the airplane collided with a light pole and three parked vehicles.
Post-Accident Investigation
Examination of the airframe and systems revealed no anomalies. The engine was functionally tested and performed normally, producing rated horsepower without issues. The investigation did not determine the reason for the loss of engine power.