Incident Overview
The incident involved two aircraft that were observed by witnesses making multiple low passes along a river. Each aircraft was seen flying under three electrical power lines at least three separate times. On the final pass, according to local law enforcement officers, one of the aircraft struck and severed all three power lines.
Post-Collision Actions
After the collision, the pilot flew to a nearby airport and performed a touch-and-go landing. Finding the aircraft controllable, he elected to return to the airport of original departure, where he landed.
Pilot's Statement
The pilot reported that his attention was diverted toward the passenger, who was having problems with a camera, at the time of the accident.