Incident Overview
A pilot conducted a low pass over a frozen, snow-covered lake. Following the pass, the pilot intended to execute a climbing left turn. According to the pilot's report, as the turn was performed, the aircraft entered a descent and subsequently struck the frozen lake surface.
Weather and Visibility Conditions
The pilot described the weather and light conditions at the time as "slight haze, poor horizon visibility, very white out." These conditions may have affected visual references.
Pilot's Comments
In reference to the accident, the pilot stated that during hazy conditions, sunglasses that are lightly shaded on the bottom and dark at the top can "help confuse the horizon."