Incident Overview
An aircraft experienced a forced landing after takeoff, during which it struck a power line and trees before coming to rest in a fence. The engine lost power following a 10-minute delay on the ground while waiting for an air traffic control (ATC) clearance due to a military exercise.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that he believed carburetor ice formed during the ground wait for the ATC clearance. After the power loss, which was characterized by a gradual drop in engine RPM, the pilot attempted to use carburetor heat. The pilot stated that during the holding period, he had been idling the engine at 1100 RPM.
Weather Conditions
The ambient temperature at the time was 60 degrees Fahrenheit, with a dew point of 57 degrees Fahrenheit.
Outcome
The aircraft ended up in a fence after contacting the power line and trees. No further details about the aircraft or occupants were provided.