Accident Details
During an attempted emergency landing, an aircraft collided with trees. The pilot had reported being five miles from an airport and experiencing a partial power loss. In communications over UNICOM, the pilot stated that he was lost and asked if anyone could hear him, expressing doubt that he could reach the airport due to being too low.
Communications
The pilot was provided the NDB frequency for the airport but was advised that he was too far away to be heard. In his final transmission, the pilot said he did not have the airport in sight and was uncertain of his location, indicating his intention to land off the airport. No further transmissions were received, prompting notification of the sheriff's office.
Investigation
Following the accident, an investigation was conducted. No mechanical irregularities were found in the airframe or engine that could have caused a loss of power.