Incident Overview
According to the pilot, the airplane was on final approach at approximately 50 feet above the ground when a left crosswind caused the airplane to become misaligned with the centerline of Runway 36. The pilot increased power in an attempt to realign, but the airplane began to roll to the right. Full power was then applied to initiate a go-around. The pilot reported that the left wing rose rapidly to a near-vertical attitude.
Sequence of Events
The airplane veered off the right side of the runway, crossed a taxiway, and struck a row of four parked airplanes before coming to a stop. A small ground fire ensued following the impact. The pilot stated that the right engine did not respond to the applied power during the go-around attempt.
Examination Findings
A post-accident examination of the airframe and engines revealed no evidence of preimpact mechanical malfunction. Wind conditions recorded at St. Louis, Missouri, located 15 miles north-northeast of the accident site, were from 310 degrees at 10 to 14 knots.
Conclusion
The investigation did not identify a specific cause for the accident. The pilot's account and the examination results are documented without further analysis.