Accident Sequence
According to a passenger on board, the aircraft experienced a prolonged ground roll before becoming airborne. After lift-off, the pilot reduced the pitch attitude in an attempt to increase airspeed. As the aircraft neared the end of the runway and approached a line of trees, the stall warning horn sounded. The pilot once again tried to level the aircraft and increase speed. Shortly thereafter, the aircraft banked to the right and collided with trees while the pilot was attempting to land on an intersecting runway.
Witness Observations
A witness on the apron reported that the aircraft lifted off but did not appear ready to fly. The witness visually observed the aircraft "mushing" into the air—a condition indicating insufficient lift. The aircraft then banked to the right, made contact with some trees, and tumbled to the ground.
Another witness, an air traffic controller, noted that the wind direction shifted from the east just prior to the takeoff. As a result, the takeoff was attempted with a tailwind.
Further Details
No information was provided regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, location, date, time of day, number of occupants, injuries, or extent of damage. The investigation is ongoing.