Incident Details
The airplane, carrying a pilot and two passengers with baggage, departed runway 04. At the time of takeoff, there was a 10-knot quartering tailwind. During the initial climb, the airplane struck a static wire approximately 1.2 statute miles from the airport. The landing gear was observed to be in the down position at the moment of impact.
Airport and Environmental Conditions
The airport elevation was recorded at 3,575 feet. The density altitude at the time of takeoff was estimated to be 6,000 feet, indicating reduced aircraft performance due to high altitude and temperature effects.
Investigation Findings
According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) investigator, the pilot did not use the fuel boost pump during takeoff and had over-leaned the fuel mixture. These factors were noted in the investigation. No further details were provided regarding the aircraft type, registration, or the condition of occupants.