Introduction
An aircraft experienced an uncontrolled descent into a hangar while attempting takeoff from a grass airstrip.
Environment and Aircraft Configuration
The takeoff was attempted from a grass strip measuring 1,320 feet in length. The grass on the strip was 7 feet high. The aircraft's departure direction was to the north. At the time, weather conditions recorded 15 miles from the accident site indicated wind from 230 degrees at 7 knots and a temperature of 76 degrees Fahrenheit. The pilot did not deploy the aircraft's flaps, despite the takeoff being a short-field takeoff operation.
Event Description
During the takeoff attempt, the aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent and subsequently impacted a hangar.
Injuries and Damage
The aircraft sustained substantial damage. The pilot and two of the three passengers on board incurred minor injuries.