Jul 13, 2002
Accident
Substantial Matawan, NJ
Injuries2 serious
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
The pilot's excessive maneuvering and failure to maintain aircraft control, following a partial power loss during the initial climb, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin. A factor in the accident was an inadequate annual condition inspection performed by the certificated mechanic.
NTSB NYC02FA138