Incident Overview
A student pilot conducting a training flight collided with rising terrain while on a training altitude. The pilot was scheduled to proceed to the practice area near Puna for his first extended solo flight. At approximately 1200 HST, he returned to General Lyman Flight in Hilo, Hawaii, to perform touch-and-go landing practice.
Flight Sequence
The student pilot stated that he departed General Lyman Flight at 1230 HST and proceeded along the Hamakua coast. Shortly thereafter, he decided to take a low-level look at a ravine leading to a waterfall. He started into the ravine and attempted to climb out, but was unable to climb sharply enough to avoid the waterfall.
Outcome
The aircraft collided with rising terrain during the attempted climb-out. No further details were provided regarding the aircraft, pilot injuries, or damage.