Primary finding
Probable cause
A collision with trees after the pilot failed to maintain directional control during an aborted landing.
Investigator assessment
Analysis narrative
The pilot was landing when a gust of wind caused the airplane to drop to the runway from 10 feet. The airplane bounced back into the air and was pointed toward some trees on the left side of the runway. The pilot applied power and initiated a go-around. He said he turned right, however the airplane continued to drift left and struck the trees 60 feet left of the runway, at a height of 30 to 40 feet above the ground.
Source record
Factual narrative
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