Incident Overview
A pilot reported that while flying at approximately 100 feet above ground level (AGL), the aircraft encountered a sudden meteorological phenomenon, described as wind shear, a dust devil, or another instantaneous failure. According to the pilot, the aircraft then dropped, fell out of control, impacted the ground, and tumbled to a stop.
Witness Account
A witness reportedly observed the aircraft flying at treetop level just before the accident. The pilot was flying near a friend's house at the time of the crash.
Aircraft Damage
The airplane was destroyed as a result of the impact with the ground.
Investigation Findings
An investigation conducted after the accident revealed no evidence of any preimpact malfunction or failure in the aircraft's systems. The cause of the loss of control was attributed to the pilot's encounter with the reported wind shear, dust devil, or instantaneous failure, though the investigation did not confirm the exact nature of the phenomenon.