Incident Overview
Several witnesses reported seeing an airplane flying at low altitude over a building prior to an accident. One witness stated that he observed the pilot executing several aerobatic maneuvers before the incident. The last maneuver described was a nearly complete inverted turn. The witness estimated the airplane was approximately 50 feet above the ground during this final maneuver before it impacted trees.
Witness Accounts
According to a witness positioned in front of the building, the airplane performed multiple aerobatic sequences. The witness specifically noted the near-complete inverted turn as the final maneuver before the airplane descended into surrounding trees. No other witnesses provided additional details regarding the maneuvers.
Wreckage Examination
Post-accident examination of the wreckage revealed no evidence of pre-impact structural or mechanical failure of the airplane or its engine. Investigators did not identify any anomalies that would have contributed to a loss of control or malfunction prior to impact.
Findings
The investigation determined that the airplane was flying at a low altitude while conducting aerobatic maneuvers. The aircraft struck trees after a low-altitude inverted turn. No pre-impact failures were found in the airframe or powerplant. The cause of the accident was not determined based on the available information.