Approach and Go-Around
The pilot stated that during an approach to land, the aircraft was too high on final approach. He therefore decided to execute a go-around and make another approach. Tower approval was received for a low approach. However, when he attempted to apply power for the go-around, there was a lack of engine response. The pilot described the controls as feeling mushy and became concerned about approaching a stall, but he checked the airspeed and saw it was adequate at 110 knots. He retracted the flaps, but the aircraft continued to descend.
Landing
Subsequently, the pilot landed diagonally on the airport, approximately 30 degrees off the runway heading, and the aircraft was damaged.
Post-Accident Findings
The pilot reported that the aircraft had just received an annual inspection and that the fuel tanks had been totally filled before the flight. He also noted that during the flight, he had crossfed fuel from the right to left tank. However, no reason was found for the lack of engine response and the aircraft's performance issues.