Incident
The aircraft was on takeoff climb, approximately 400 feet above the ground, when the engine experienced a partial loss of power followed by a total loss. The pilot executed a forced landing in a bean field.
Background
The flight occurred following maintenance that was performed to address a low manifold pressure condition. According to the pilot, a full engine runup was completed before takeoff.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated: "the takeoff was smooth, we rotated at an airspeed of slightly more than 80 knots. The climb for the first 350 (feet of altitude), airspeed was routine... I felt a power loss and noticed the manifold pressure dropping. At this point I felt I had enough power to return to the airport... as the turn was being completed, power went out completely."
Post-Accident Examination
The post-accident examination of the airplane did not disclose evidence of mechanical malfunction.