Incident Overview
A pilot engaged in tandem aerial application operations with another pilot reported losing control after encountering a wingtip vortex. The pilot was making an approach to a field for a pass but could not see the marker flag in time to execute a proper pass. He initiated a go-around and re-entered a left traffic pattern for the field.
Sequence of Events
While in straight and level flight, the pilot stated that he 'encountered a wingtip vortice which rolled me into a steep right bank. I was unable to recover before impacting the ground.' The pilot did not specify the aircraft type, location, date, or any other details beyond the described sequence.
Pilot Report
The pilot's account indicates that the encounter occurred shortly after re-entering the pattern. No further information regarding weather conditions, time of day, or any other factors was provided in the report.