Accident Description
While conducting an aerial application flight, the pilot experienced an engine failure during a direction reversal following a maneuver. The pilot stated that the engine quit at that moment. Due to insufficient altitude to clear trees in the flight path, the pilot chose to land in a nearby creek. The aircraft touched down, nosed over, and finally came to rest inverted.
Pilot Statement
In the official statement, the pilot reported that the engine stopped operating while reversing direction after an aerial application maneuver. The pilot then made a forced landing in a creek because the altitude was too low to avoid trees ahead.
Post-Accident Examination
An inspection of the aircraft was conducted after the accident. The examination found no signs of any pre-impact failure or malfunction. The aircraft's systems and components appeared to have functioned normally up to the point of impact.
Investigation Conclusion
The investigation could not determine the specific reason for the engine failure. No evidence of mechanical failure was discovered, leaving the cause undetermined.