Incident Overview
A STOL-modified aircraft was involved in an accident during a takeoff attempt. The flight began as an air taxi operation, but after the pilot was unsuccessful in two takeoff attempts, he offloaded his passengers onto another aircraft. The pilot then attempted a third takeoff alone. During this attempt, the aircraft became uncontrollable and collided with the ground, causing the nose gear to collapse.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated that more emphasis should be given to low-speed operation of modified aircraft.
Aircraft and Operation
The aircraft was a STOL-modified type. The operation was an air taxi flight. No further details about the aircraft, registration, or location were provided in the source.
Sequence of Events
The pilot made two unsuccessful takeoff attempts with passengers on board. After offloading the passengers to another aircraft, the pilot attempted a third takeoff alone. During this third attempt, the aircraft became uncontrollable and struck the ground. Upon impact, the nose gear collapsed.
Investigation
No probable cause was stated in the source. The investigation may consider the pilot's remarks regarding low-speed handling of modified aircraft, but no conclusions were drawn in the source.