Accident Sequence
The airplane was observed flying parallel to the beach in visual meteorological conditions at an altitude estimated to be less than 100 feet above ground level. To reverse its direction of flight, the pilot initiated a left turn. During this maneuver, the left wing was observed to collide with the water surface.
Damage and Recovery
The collision resulted in the destruction of the airplane. Search and recovery efforts located two airplane seats, a checklist, and a part of the instrument panel that displayed the airplane's registration number. These items were retrieved from the ocean. The main wreckage of the airplane was not found.
Injuries
The private pilot sustained fatal injuries in the accident. No information about any other individuals on board or on the ground was provided in the source.
Conditions
The flight took place under visual meteorological conditions. The specific time of day, weather details, or other environmental factors were not disclosed in the source.