Accident Sequence
During the takeoff roll, the aircraft moved to the left of the intended track. The pilot reported attempting to regain directional control by manipulating the throttles and applying the brakes. During this attempt, pitch control was lost. The aircraft's tail continued to rise until the aircraft nosed over on the runway.
Pilot Report
The pilot, who reported a total of 33 hours in this type of aircraft with 2 hours flown in the last 30 days, stated in the accident report that the event was not related to a mechanical failure or malfunction. The pilot also noted a slight crosswind from the left and a 'P' factor increase as the tail began to lift during takeoff acceleration.
Runway and Brake Inspection
After the accident, an inspection of the runway and brakes revealed rubber marks on the runway surface. The left brake was described as 'blue'.