Accident Details
The pilot initiated rotation and climbed at an indicated airspeed of approximately 65 knots. At about 40 feet above ground level, the stall warning activated. In response, the pilot lowered the nose and extended flaps by an additional 10 degrees, for a total of 20 degrees. The aircraft subsequently descended and struck the ground, with the left wing and aft portion of the airframe making contact. The aircraft then nosed over and came to rest on its left side.
Sequence of Events
A witness reported that the pilot raised the nose of the aircraft as it began to lose altitude. The pilot did not file an accident report regarding the occurrence.
Environmental Factors
The pilot reported that winds were changing in direction and velocity. The aircraft was operating close to its gross weight. The density altitude at the time of the accident was in excess of 6,000 feet. Runway 10, used for the takeoff, has an upgrade of 0.81 percent. The normal prevailing winds for the airport are published as coming from the northwest.