Incident Overview
According to the pilot, the nose of the aircraft felt heavy just before lift-off and continued to feel heavy upon becoming airborne. The pilot sensed something was wrong with the tail and could not obtain full elevator response, leading to an aborted takeoff.
Sequence of Events
The aircraft rolled for 300 to 400 feet after landing in a nose-low attitude. The pilot reported maintaining full up elevator and applying moderate braking. During the final 30 to 50 feet of the roll, the propeller made numerous ground strikes before the wheels encountered a depression, causing the aircraft to nosed over.
Examination Findings
An examination of the aircraft revealed no discrepancies. The pilot stated that the elevator trim was set to the center (takeoff) position.
Conclusion
The incident involved a rejected takeoff due to perceived elevator issues, followed by a rollout and eventual nose-over after propeller strikes and contact with a ground depression. No mechanical anomalies were identified in the post-incident inspection.