What happened
The aircraft was engaged in an aerial application mission, flying on a westerly heading over a designated field. During the operation, the airplane collided with a set of power lines. Despite the impact, the pilot maintained control and managed to land the airplane at a nearby private airstrip without further incident.
Post-accident, the pilot reported that while spraying the field, he was distracted by sunglare and a shed along his flight path. This distraction caused him to exit the field too late, leading to the collision with the power lines.
The investigation
The investigation focused on the circumstances surrounding the power line strike and the subsequent landing. The pilot's account indicated that environmental factors played a significant role in the sequence of events.