Incident Overview
A pilot experienced a sudden loss of power in both engines while in cruising flight, necessitating an emergency landing. The pilot chose a cow pasture as the landing site. During the landing rollout, the aircraft struck a cow. A post-crash fire ensued, which consumed much of the aircraft and prevented investigators from determining the nature of the engine malfunction reported by the pilot.
Sequence of Events
The incident began with a loss of engine power during the cruise phase of flight. The pilot then initiated a forced landing, descending towards a cow pasture. Upon touchdown, the aircraft rolled across the field and collided with an animal. Subsequently, a fire involving fuel occurred.
Investigation Findings
Due to the extensive fire damage, investigators were unable to identify the specific reason for the loss of engine power. The forced landing and collision with an animal were documented, along with the presence of fuel-related fire. The official probable cause attributes the incident to an undetermined engine malfunction leading to a forced landing and subsequent collision with a cow.