Accident Details
A pilot was conducting aerial application operations on a sunflower field adjacent to an alfalfa field under irrigation. Following the third swath run, the pilot initiated a procedure turn-around over the alfalfa field. During the turn, the aircraft rolled to an inverted attitude, then pitched downward and impacted the ground.
Environmental Conditions
An investigation estimated the humidity in the vicinity of the turn at approximately 80%, while the humidity over the sunflower field was estimated at about 40%. The crash site elevation was 1860 feet. The temperature was approximately 85°F, and the altimeter setting was 30.12 inches of mercury.
Wreckage Examination
Examination of the wreckage revealed no preimpact failures.