Accident Overview
A flight destined for a farm near Bonham experienced a partial loss of engine power during an aborted landing. The pilot had decided to abandon the approach and proceed to Jones Field. As the airplane descended toward a barn and trees, the pilot banked left to avoid the barn. The left wing struck trees, and the airplane impacted the ground, coming to rest inverted.
Flight Details
The pilot was executing a low approach over the farm field before aborting the landing. During the go-around, a partial loss of engine power occurred. The airplane subsequently descended, leading to the collision with trees and the ground.
Post-Accident Examination
An engine test run conducted across a range of power settings found no mechanical discrepancies. The engine operated normally under all conditions tested.
Environmental Conditions
The pilot reported an ambient temperature of 102 degrees Fahrenheit, an altimeter setting of 30.00 inches of mercury, and a site elevation of 600 feet. Using this data, the calculated density altitude exceeded 3,000 feet.