The NTSB said that Leeward was likely incapacitated in the very first second of the accident sequence.

CNN: NTSB: Pilot overwhelmed by g-forces in Reno crash

Photos show the trim tab departing the plane six seconds into the accident sequence, meaning the break may have been a result of the mishap, not its cause.

CNN: NTSB: Pilot overwhelmed by g-forces in Reno crash

Photos show the pilot is not visible in the canopy just two seconds into the accident sequence and is seen bent forward and leaning to the right in a later photo, Hersman said, indicating he lost consciousness early in the mishap.

CNN: NTSB: Pilot overwhelmed by g-forces in Reno crash