Accident Details
The pilot was conducting an aerial spraying operation over a field, moving in north-south directions. Wind conditions included a light breeze from the northwest and wind shear from multiple directions. While spraying southbound toward a small ridge, the airplane suddenly settled. It then collided with terrain just below the ridge top. Following the impact, the airplane bounced and became airborne again.
Pilot Statement
The pilot attempted to recover control after the bounce. However, the engine ceased to respond to inputs. Subsequently, the airplane stalled and impacted the terrain a second time, landing flat on its belly. The pilot explicitly stated that no mechanical failure or malfunction existed with the airplane at the time of the accident.