What happened
While performing an approach toward the Elk City Airport, the aircraft suffered a total loss of power as both engines ceased functioning at the same time. In response to the dual engine failure, the pilot initiated a descent to lower altitude and attempted to execute an emergency landing in an area of open terrain away from the runway.
The flight ended when the plane crashed into a field. The incident resulted in three injuries, with two of the occupants sustaining serious harm during the impact.
Findings
Investigations concluded that the primary reason for the loss of power was fuel exhaustion. Several secondary factors contributed to the accident, including insufficient preparation prior to the flight and the misinterpretation of specific instructions.