What happened
N2765U was operating near Chapel Hill when it executed a low pass over a private air strip. Witnesses observed the aircraft in a nose-high attitude while maintaining an altitude of approximately 40 feet above the ground. Shortly after this maneuver, the aircraft collided with a power transmission line and then struck a tree.
The impact caused the aircraft to lose control and strike the ground in a nose-low attitude. Following the collision, the aircraft caught fire and was destroyed by the resulting blaze.
The investigation
Investigators examined the wreckage of N2765U to determine the cause of the accident. A thorough inspection of the airframe and systems was conducted to identify any pre-impact mechanical issues.
The examination of the wreckage failed to disclose any system malfunction or failure that would have contributed to the accident. No evidence of in-flight breakup or structural failure prior to impact was found.