Engine Power Loss
While on final approach to land at night, the left engine lost power due to fuel starvation. Attempts to restart the engine were not successful. During the restart attempt, the aircraft drifted to the right of the runway centerline and toward the proximity of hangars.
Approach and Landing
The pilot stated that due to the power loss and wind conditions, he elected to land on airport property. Gear extension was delayed until just before landing. The aircraft touched down before the right main landing gear was fully extended and locked. Subsequently, the right main gear collapsed and the aircraft skidded about 500 feet before coming to rest.
Examination
An examination revealed that the nacelle and main fuel tanks were empty, but fuel remained in the auxiliary tanks.
Probable Cause
The official findings list three occurrences:
- Occurrence #1: Loss of engine power (total) – nonmechanical, due to fuel starvation and improper fuel tank selector position by the pilot-in-command.
- Occurrence #2: Gear not extended – during landing flare/touchdown, with contributing factors including dark night, gusty and crosswind conditions, improper compensation for wind conditions by the pilot-in-command, and delayed gear down and lock.
- Occurrence #3: Main gear collapsed during landing.