Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot did not maintain control of the airplane after takeoff, which resulted in an inadvertent stall.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
After takeoff to the south, at an altitude of 250 feet above the ground, the pilot initiated a left turn. During the turn, the left wing dropped "60 to 70 degrees." The pilot stated that he tried to regain control; however, the airplane struck a fence before he could level the airplane. The impact resulted in substantial damage to the firewall, the empennage, and the outboard portion of the right wing. The pilot stated that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
Source record
Factual narrative
After takeoff to the south, at an altitude of 250 feet above the ground, the pilot initiated a left turn to the crosswind. During the turn the left wing dropped "60 to 70 degrees". The pilot stated that he started to recover; however, the airplane struck a fence before he could level the airplane. The engine cowling and firewall were crushed and wrinkled, the empennage separated, and the outboard portion of the right wing was broken and torn. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.