Accident Description
Shortly after liftoff, witnesses observed black smoke trailing from the aircraft. The smoke continued until the aircraft struck the ground. The pilot reported first noticing engine roughness when the aircraft was about 100 to 200 feet in the air. He compared the sensation to an engine running too rich. Rather than aborting the takeoff, the pilot chose to attempt a normal traffic pattern and land again.
Pilot Actions
As the aircraft continued, power output decreased further. The pilot was forced to attempt a landing in a nearby field. The only structure in that field was a house, and the aircraft collided with it during the landing attempt.
Investigation
An examination of the aircraft and its engine was conducted. The investigation did not determine the cause of the reported loss of power. No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or occupants were available.