Accident Overview
According to the pilot, the fuel tank was filled with 100 low lead fuel before departure. The pilot taxied to runway 10 and initiated a takeoff. During the initial climb, the pilot began a left climbing turn. At approximately the same time, the engine lost power. The pilot reported that engine RPM dropped to idle.
Emergency Landing and Fire
The pilot selected an emergency landing area and established an approach to land. After landing, the airplane burst into flames. Subsequent examination of the accident site revealed that the airframe was badly fire damaged. The engine compartment was also fire damaged, and engine components were damaged.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that he had not experienced any previous mechanical problems with the airplane.