Preflight and Takeoff
The pilot added 30.8 gallons of fuel during preflight. No further inspection was performed. The flight took off after an engine runup, and no problems were noted.
Engine Failure and Landing
During the initial climb of the first touch-and-go landing, at an altitude of approximately 75 feet, the engine quit. When attempting to land on an access road, the pilot landed short. As a result, the nose and right main landing gear separated.
Aircraft History and Post-Accident Inspection
Prior to the accident, the aircraft had sat outside uncovered for approximately five weeks with 6.2 gallons of fuel on board. Inspection of the aircraft revealed that the left fuel tank contained approximately 1 pint of water. No sample could be obtained from the right tank. Draining of the gascolator revealed that it contained mostly water.
Pilot Information
According to FAA records, the pilot's medical certificate had expired.
Damage
The nose landing gear and right main landing gear separated from the aircraft.