What happened
During a local aerial application flight, an agricultural airplane collided with power lines while the pilot was maneuvering. The accident occurred when the commercial pilot attempted to fly underneath two power transmission wires located 19 feet above ground level. During this maneuver, the upper portion of the aircraft's vertical stabilizer made contact with the wires. Following the collision, the airplane impacted the ground, which resulted in a postimpact fire.
The investigation
Investigators performed an examination of the accident site and the aircraft. A review of the engine, airframe, and maintenance logbooks showed no evidence of mechanical anomalies that would have prevented the airplane from operating normally.