Incident Details
During the takeoff climb, approximately 300 feet above the ground, the airplane's engine experienced a total loss of power. The student pilot, who was on a solo flight, reported that the tachometer indicated zero. He attempted to restart the engine but was unsuccessful.
Pilot Actions
Faced with the power loss, the pilot attempted to land on a narrow street. However, the airplane struck a transmission wire, causing it to spin approximately 170 degrees opposite the direction of travel before falling to the ground.
Investigation
An FAA safety inspector authorized the removal of the airplane for further examination. However, the owner, without FAA supervision, stated that he successfully ran the engine after the accident. Under the circumstances, the reason for the power loss was unable to be determined.
Outcome
No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or injuries were provided. The investigation concluded without a definitive cause for the engine failure.