Incident Overview
A pilot returning from a glider towing operation of about 10 minutes experienced an accident after performing a steep climb and left turn that ended in a collision with trees on a steep slope.
Sequence of Events
Runway 19 was in use at the airport. The terrain to the north of Runway 19 was approximately 100 feet lower than the airport elevation, according to reports. A witness reported hearing the sound of full power application and then observed the aircraft in a steep climb coming back up to the runway. The aircraft was then observed to turn left and crash into trees on a steep slope. The magnetic direction of impact was about 120 degrees.
Pilot Background
Reportedly, the pilot had been counseled after his previous flight that his landing approach was too low.
Conditions
The density altitude was about 7100 feet.
Investigation
As part of the investigation, these facts have been documented. No further details have been released.