Incident Overview
After completing a touch-and-go landing, the pilot initiated a climb but quickly realized the airplane was barely gaining altitude. Scanning the instruments, the pilot checked the fuel selector and all engine controls. Despite these actions, the engine continued to lose power.
Forced Landing
Determining that a return to the airport was not possible, the pilot opted for a forced landing on a frozen lake covered with snow. During the landing, the landing gear dug into the snow, causing the airplane to nose over.
Postaccident Examination
A postaccident examination found no mechanical anomalies with the aircraft. A fuel sample taken on the day of the accident revealed ice crystals. The reported temperature was 2 degrees Celsius, with a dewpoint of minus 12 degrees Celsius.