Nov 23, 2020
Accident
Substantial Hollywood, FL
Injuries1 fatal
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
The pilot/owner’s failure to properly reinstall the number 1 cylinder spark plug, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power during the initial climb. Contributing was the pilot's exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during an attempted return to the airport following the partial loss of engine power, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall, loss of control, and impact with terrain.
NTSB ERA21LA052