Incident Overview
A pilot reported that while operating an airplane with a passenger on board, the aircraft experienced a nose-over after flying at low altitude over a wheat field.
Flight Details
The pilot stated that the passenger was videotaping a group of motorcyclists traveling on highway I-70. During the flight, the airplane was at an altitude of 10 to 20 feet above ground level. The pilot reported a left quartering tailwind of 20 to 23 mph.
Accident Sequence
The pilot described that the airplane felt as though it were being pushed down into the wheat field. Subsequently, the airplane's wheels began impacting the grain of the wheat field. Approximately 200 feet later, the airplane nosed over.
The source of this information is the official accident investigation report. No further details were provided regarding the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or injuries.