Accident Overview
A recently purchased airplane experienced an engine power loss approximately five minutes after takeoff. The pilot, who had about 30 hours of total time in the make and model, attempted to restart the engine but was unsuccessful. A forced landing was initiated in a horse pasture.
Sequence of Events
The flight had just been refueled before departure. Shortly after becoming airborne, the engine lost power. Despite restart attempts, the engine remained inoperative. During the forced landing, the aircraft struck a fence and subsequently nosed over, resulting in substantial damage to the airframe.
Post-Accident Examination
A thorough post-accident examination of the fuel system, engine, and airframe was conducted. No anomalies were found that would have prevented normal operation. The cause of the power loss remains undetermined.