Accident Summary
The pilot reported that the engine suddenly lost power as the aircraft was climbing through an estimated altitude of 685 feet after departure. He stated that he executed the emergency checklist, which included the application of carburetor heat, but the engine failed to restart. During the emergency landing, the aircraft impacted an embankment and nosed over.
Engine Examination
Ferrous and non-ferrous metallic material was discovered in the engine oil screen. However, a teardown inspection of the engine did not identify any mechanical problem.
Environmental Conditions
The temperature and dew point were 83°F and 69°F, respectively. According to icing probability charts, carburetor icing was possible at glide power settings, but would not have accumulated at rated power.
Preflight Fuel Drain
The pilot noted that before the flight, he drained fuel from each sump using a sump drain inspection cup, continuing until he was satisfied that no water or other contaminants were visible in the fuel samples.