What happened
The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft departed the airport and began its initial climb. At an altitude of approximately 250 to 300 feet above ground level, the engine suddenly lost power, and the propeller ceased rotating. Recognizing the critical situation, the pilot attempted to execute a forced landing in a field located adjacent to the runway.
During the descent and impact sequence, the right wing contacted the ground. The force of the impact caused the airplane to cartwheel across the terrain, resulting in substantial structural damage. Despite the severity of the crash, the specific outcome regarding injuries is not detailed in the provided narrative.
The investigation
Following the accident, investigators conducted a partial disassembly of the engine to determine the root cause of the power loss. However, this mechanical examination failed to disclose any obvious reason why the engine lost power during flight.