Accident Overview
A pilot conducting agricultural spraying operations collided with trees surrounding a soybean field. The aircraft had been loaded with chemicals and flown 15 minutes to the field before beginning the spraying run. The collision occurred after approximately 100 gallons of chemical had been dispensed.
Pilot and Witness Accounts
The pilot did not recall the events leading up to the collision, and there were no direct witnesses to the accident. However, two individuals near the accident site provided differing recollections of the engine's operation prior to the impact.
Preflight and Fuel Inspection
Before the flight, the pilot completed a preflight inspection that included checking fuel samples for contaminants. No contaminants were reported during this inspection.
Post-Crash Examination
An examination of the engine revealed the presence of water in the fuel manifold valve and number 6 cylinder. The fuel tanks sustained damage from impact forces. Despite these findings, the engine operated normally during a post-crash examination.
Investigation Findings
No probable cause was stated in the investigation source. The presence of water in the fuel system was documented, but no causal link to the accident was established in the provided information.