What happened
The pilot reported attempting a takeoff from a grass strip oriented north and south. The surface conditions were described as having overly long grass, and there was a west wind at the time of the operation. To lift the nose wheel off the uneven ground, the pilot overrotated the aircraft. This maneuver resulted in an inability to maintain directional control.
Recognizing the loss of control, the pilot aborted the takeoff. During the rollout, excessive braking was applied. The combination of hard braking and the soft nature of the terrain caused the nose wheel to dig into the ground, resulting in the aircraft nosing over.
The investigation
The investigation relied on the pilot's statement regarding the sequence of events. Key factors identified included the long grass conditions, the west wind, the decision to overrotate to clear the nose wheel, and the subsequent application of excessive braking leading to the nose-over.