Circumstances
The pilot prepared for takeoff from a grass strip measuring 2,175 feet in length. The aircraft was loaded near its maximum gross weight at the time.
Sequence of Events
During the takeoff roll, the pilot approached the end of the runway without having attained the necessary liftoff airspeed. The pilot then lifted the aircraft off the ground prematurely. As a result, the aircraft was unable to achieve the proper airspeed, climb rate, or altitude required to clear the trees situated at the departure end of the runway.
Outcome
The aircraft subsequently struck the trees and fell to the ground, coming to rest in a nearly level attitude.