Incident Overview
A pilot reported experiencing a loss of engine power shortly after takeoff. According to the pilot, the engine's power reduced to approximately 50 percent of full power. In response, the pilot immediately leveled the airplane off and began searching for an open field to execute a forced landing. During this maneuver, the airplane collided with the roof of a residence.
Examination Findings
Following the incident, an examination of the wreckage revealed that the engine operated intermittently. Investigators were able to achieve several engine runs, with durations varying between 15 seconds and 10 minutes. The specific conditions under which the engine operated or failed remain unstated in the available information.
Pilot Statement
The pilot's account as provided indicates that the power reduction occurred after takeoff, prompting the decision to level off and seek a landing area. The collision with the residence occurred before the pilot could reach an open field. No further details regarding the pilot's actions or the aircraft's performance have been included in the source.