Approach and Initial Conditions
The airplane entered the traffic pattern after the pilot requested and received an airport advisory. The pilot did not report any problems, and witnesses stated that the engine "sounded good" during the approach.
Short Final and Ballooning
Witnesses observed the airplane turn onto a "very short final approach." As it crossed the runway threshold at an estimated altitude of 20 ft above the runway, the airplane "ballooned" and "yawed."
Subsequent Maneuvers and Impact
Full engine power was heard, and the airplane turned to the right while climbing to an altitude of approximately 100 ft. As it headed toward a group of hangars, the airplane steepened its bank to the right, pitched down, and impacted the ground.