Accident Details
An aircraft collided with the ground in a soft field and subsequently nosed over. The pilot reported that the engine lost power and that he was unable to dump the load because the dump handle had come off. According to the pilot, the aircraft was loaded with 100 gallons of liquid fertilizer at the time of the accident.
Post-Accident Findings
Examination of the aircraft revealed the presence of automotive fuel in the fuel system, although this type of fuel was not approved for the aircraft. The load dump handle interconnect wire was found frayed, which prevented operation of the handle. An Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanic examined the powerplant and found no discrepancies.
Pilot Account
The pilot did not file an accident report. One individual who spoke with the pilot after the accident reported that it sounded as though the pilot got behind the aircraft.