Incident Overview
During a cross-country flight, the pilot experienced a complete loss of engine power. Attempts to restart the engine were unsuccessful. The pilot executed a forced landing in a field, where the aircraft impacted terrain and came to rest.
Post-Accident Inspection
Federal Aviation Administration Aviation Safety Inspectors conducted a post-accident inspection. The inspection revealed that the aircraft's fuel tanks were undamaged and contained no usable fuel at the time of impact.
Damage Assessment
The aircraft sustained substantial damage to its wings and fuselage as a result of the forced landing and terrain impact.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the aircraft that would have precluded normal operation.