Accident Overview
An aircraft was departing from a 2,500-foot-long grass farm strip. The pilot reported that after takeoff, the engine was not developing full power and the aircraft could not maintain altitude. The pilot then attempted to land in an adjacent field.
Landing and Outcome
During the landing roll, the ground in the adjacent field was soft, causing the aircraft to nose over.
Investigation
An investigation of the aircraft revealed no evidence of a mechanical failure or malfunction. The aircraft had last been fueled from a farm tank approximately six months before the accident.