Accident Overview
During a landing attempt, the airplane bounced, prompting the pilot to abort the landing and execute a go-around. After applying full power and retracting the flaps to 10 degrees during the initial climb, the pilot did not recall the airspeed. Subsequently, the airplane experienced an aerodynamic stall and struck the ground.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation. He noted that after the bounce, he elected to go around. During the climb, he did not monitor the airspeed.
Witness Observations
A witness at the airport reported that the airplane's angle of attack was so high that it was unlikely to maintain flight. The witness described the aircraft as at full power with the control yoke seemingly fully aft.
Weather Conditions
The airport's automated weather observation station recorded the wind at 240 degrees at 4 knots around the time of the accident. The pilot was landing on runway 23.
Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage, both wings, and the empennage.