Flight Details
The private pilot arrived at the destination airport in high wind conditions with a strong crosswind component. During the approach, the aircraft was positioned too high and too close to the runway, prompting the pilot to select full flaps. The airplane did not touch down, and with no remaining runway, the pilot decided to execute a go-around.
Go-Around and Maneuver
After initiating the go-around, the pilot made a left climbing turn to avoid flying over water and a restricted area located approximately 1.5 miles from the airport. In the excitement of the go-around maneuver, the pilot forgot to retract the flaps. He reported that the airplane would not climb and continued to lose altitude.
Witness Observations
Witnesses reported seeing the airplane descending and fishtailing in a nose-up attitude. The left wing then collided with a tree. The airplane subsequently impacted the ground and came to rest inverted. The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the aircraft before or during the flight.
Outcome
The airplane sustained substantial damage as a result of the impact with the tree and the ground. The specific aircraft type, registration, and other details were not disclosed in the report.