Accident Overview
During an approach to landing on runway 20, which measured 5,000 feet in length and 100 feet in width and was asphalt, the pilot observed that the airplane was low and appeared to be sinking too quickly. While turning from base to final, the pilot attempted to increase engine power, but the engine did not respond. The airplane then struck a deer fence approximately 10 to 12 feet in height that surrounded the airport, and subsequently impacted terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage.
Post-Accident Inspection
A post-accident inspection of the airplane and engine was conducted. No preexisting anomalies were found.
Weather and Carburetor Icing Conditions
The temperature at the time of the accident was 28 degrees Celsius, and the dewpoint was 16 degrees Celsius. According to the carburetor icing probability chart, these conditions were conducive to severe carburetor icing at descent power settings. The pilot reported that carburetor heat was used during the approach to landing.