Incident Overview
A pilot reported that after takeoff, the airplane climbed to approximately 75 to 100 feet above ground level when it began to stall. The pilot stated that he recognized the stall and responded by pitching the nose down. Shortly after this input, the airplane descended and collided with the ground.
Witness Observation
A witness observed the airplane flying at low altitude over a highway. As the airplane crossed the highway, the witness noted an abrupt drop of the left wing, followed by the airplane striking the ground.
Sequence of Events
According to the pilot’s account, the stall developed shortly after reaching an altitude of 75 to 100 feet. The pilot’s immediate action was to lower the nose. However, the airplane subsequently impacted the terrain. The witness’s description indicates that the airplane was at low altitude and that the left wing suddenly dropped before the final collision.