Incident Overview
A student pilot was conducting touch-and-go landings in the traffic pattern under the supervision of a certified flight instructor (CFI). During the flight, the CFI reduced the engine power to idle to simulate an engine failure. While the student pilot maneuvered the aircraft, it stalled to the left.
Sequence of Events
The CFI assumed control of the airplane after the stall developed. Despite the instructor's intervention, the aircraft struck trees located about half a mile from the runway. The CFI reported that the stall warning horn did not sound at any point during the accident sequence.
Post-Accident Examination
Subsequent examination of the airplane revealed no mechanical malfunctions. The stall warning system was tested after the accident and was found to function normally. The terrain at the accident site sloped upward.