Accident Summary
An agricultural aircraft crashed while performing aerial spraying operations at dusk. The accident occurred after the pilot encountered unfavorable air conditions during a turn. The aircraft subsequently struck the ground and caught fire. The pilot reported a broken ankle and facial lacerations and remained at the crash site until the following morning before seeking medical attention. The density altitude at the time of the accident was approximately 3,200 feet.
Pilot Account
According to the pilot, he had just loaded the sprayer and made one pass downhill. At the end of the field, he initiated a left turn to begin an uphill pass. During the turn, he reported getting into "bad air" or "down slope air." The pilot attempted to dump the chemical load, but stated that it did not help. The aircraft then struck the ground and began to burn after crashing.
Post-Accident Events
The pilot sustained injuries including a broken ankle and facial lacerations. He stayed at the crash site until the following morning and then traveled to a hospital for treatment. The accident occurred at dusk, and the density altitude was reported as about 3,200 feet. No other details regarding the aircraft, operator, or location were provided in the source.