Synopsis
The airplane impacted terrain in a right wing low, nose low attitude during an uncontrolled descent approximately 2,000 feet northwest of the pilot's private grass airstrip. The accident occurred following a local flight to a nearby airport. The airplane came to rest at the approximate pattern downwind to base position for the private grass airstrip.
Witness Accounts
Witnesses in the vicinity of the private grass airstrip observed the airplane fly straight up, nose down, and turn in a clockwise direction prior to impact. These maneuvers preceded the airplane's uncontrolled descent and subsequent collision with terrain.
Examination
During the post-accident examination of the aircraft, no discrepancies were found that would have prevented operation of the airplane prior to the accident. All systems and components examined were within normal operating parameters.