Accident Overview
A dual instructional flight ended when the aircraft collided with the ground during a simulated engine-out emergency landing. The incident occurred at a privately owned airport while the student pilot, under the guidance of a certified flight instructor (CFI), practiced emergency procedures.
Flight Sequence
The CFI reduced engine power and instructed the student to spiral over the airport and execute a simulated engine-out emergency landing. The student performed two 360-degree turns, clearing the engine after each turn. Upon rolling out on final approach, the airplane was not aligned with the runway and its altitude was too high. The CFI then directed the student to go around. When the student applied full power, the engine faltered, and the airplane collided with the ground short of the runway.
Conditions
Meteorological conditions at the time were conducive to serious glide power carburetor icing, which can affect engine performance during low-power settings.