Accident Details
The accident occurred with no witnesses, and no one observed the airplane depart the airport. The pilot's watch had stopped at 6:48, though the exact time of the crash remains unconfirmed. Official sunset was recorded at 1803, and civil twilight ended at 1830.
Wreckage Path
The wreckage path began approximately 150 feet east of a small hill and extended 270 feet in length. At the start of the path, three ground furrows were found, dimensionally similar to the airplane's nose and main landing gears. Just beyond these furrows, two perpendicular scars were observed, dimensionally similar to the airplane's wings. The propeller spinner exhibited a crush angle of 32 degrees.
Pilot's Flying Habits
A person who had previously flown with the pilot reported that the pilot enjoyed performing 'roller coaster' drops, wherein he would lift the nose of the aircraft and let it fall toward the ground. Additionally, the pilot liked to play games such as 'chase the river,' flying low over a river and racing floating sticks.