Accident Description
According to the sole witness, the aircraft conducted a low pass over a closed and deactivated airport at an altitude of 150 feet above ground level. Upon reaching the end of the runway, the aircraft executed a pull-up maneuver. During this maneuver, the engine lost power.
Subsequently, the aircraft performed a steep right turn, during which the engine temporarily recovered power before losing it a second time. The aircraft turned approximately 90 degrees to the right during the pull-up and the engine power interruption.
The witness then observed the aircraft reverse its turn direction to the left, completing about 270 degrees of rotation to realign with the former runway. While aligning with the runway, the left wingtip struck terrain. The aircraft subsequently cartwheeled, and a post-crash fire ensued, consuming the majority of the airplane.
Engine Examination
During a post-accident examination of the engine, no discrepancies were noted.