Incident Overview
During a training flight, the aircraft was on short final approach when the pilot under training, occupying the front seat, observed a set of power lines crossing the extended runway centerline near the approach end of the runway. Believing the aircraft would not clear the wires, he increased the nose pitch attitude. A high rate of sink developed, and the aircraft subsequently struck a parked truck on a street short of the runway.
Flight Instructor's Account
The certified flight instructor (CFI) stated that he saw the pilot under training raise the nose attitude but did not apply power due to the aircraft's pitch-up tendency. The CFI did not elaborate further on the specific characteristics of that tendency.
Witness Observations
Witnesses at the airport reported seeing the aircraft approach low and flat. On short final, they observed the nose rise and then the aircraft stall, after which it descended rapidly, described as "came down like an elevator."
Pilot Under Training Details
This was the first flight for the pilot under training in this aircraft type. No other information about the pilot under training, such as prior experience or certification, was provided.
Additional Context
The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, engine count, date, operator, location, total occupants, injuries, damage extent, time of day, weather conditions, or any involvement of air traffic control. All information presented is directly derived from the investigation source without inference or addition.