What happened
During the flight, the pilot notified air traffic control regarding an engine malfunction. After receiving authorization to divert to the closest airfield for an emergency arrival, the pilot determined that the destination was no longer reachable. Consequently, a decision was made to attempt an emergency landing within an open field.
Upon touchdown, the aircraft type slid across the terrain for several yards before coming to a complete stop. Although the impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, there were zero fatalities and zero injuries among the four people on board.
Findings
An investigation into the incident revealed that the engine failure was triggered by water contamination within the fuel supply. The source of the contamination was traced back to the refueling process at the departure airport, which occurred during a heavy rainstorm. This weather event allowed rainwater to enter the fuel tanks during the transfer, leading to the subsequent mechanical failure.