Incident Overview
A pilot reported that approximately 10 miles from his intended destination, the airplane's fuel supply was exhausted. This resulted in a total loss of engine power. The pilot executed an emergency landing in a soft dirt field.
Landing and Roll
During the landing roll, the amphibious float-equipped airplane nosed over and came to rest inverted. The pilot attributed this to the floats digging into the soft dirt surface.
Pilot Actions
The pilot indicated that he did not visually confirm the fuel quantity prior to departure, relying on a belief that sufficient fuel was aboard. He further stated that no mechanical malfunctions or failures occurred that would have prevented normal operation.
Postaccident Examination
A postaccident examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the fuselage.
Probable Cause
The official source does not state a probable cause for this accident.