Overview
A mid-air collision occurred between a Cessna and a Maule aircraft. Both planes had taken off from an abandoned road near a fishing camp. The collision involved the left wings of both aircraft.
Sequence of Events
The Cessna departed from the abandoned road. After takeoff, it turned and flew back toward the departure point. The aircraft descended while the engine remained at power. It was heading directly into the sun, which was low on the horizon. At the same time, the Maule had departed from the same road and climbed at a steep angle. The paths of the two aircraft intersected, resulting in a collision between their left wings. The impact occurred over the abandoned road.
Pilot Account
The pilot of the Maule reported that he saw the Cessna immediately after lowering the nose of his aircraft. He initiated an avoidance maneuver, but it was unsuccessful in preventing the collision.