Accident Overview
An aircraft crashed shortly after departing from Owasso Airport. The impact occurred approximately half a mile from the departure end of the runway, about 20 degrees left of the extended centerline. The aircraft had just become airborne when it encountered difficulties.
Pilot Statement
The pilot reported that the takeoff roll was longer than normal, but everything seemed normal until the aircraft reached about 100 feet above ground level (AGL). At that point, the aircraft would no longer climb. The pilot indicated that he had brushed snow from the wings prior to takeoff.
Conditions
According to initial reports, approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch of snow remained on the wing surface in a region extending from the leading edge rearward about one-third of the distance to the aileron. The pilot's preflight preparation included removing snow from the wings, but some snow was still present at the time of takeoff.