Incident Overview
At a privately owned airport, pilots had agreed to take off to the south and land to the north in response to repeated complaints from a homeowner whose residence was located 120 feet from the threshold of the south runway. The pilot of an antique biplane was performing his pre-takeoff check when he observed another airplane, similar to his own, on downwind for the runway opposite his intended takeoff runway. He stated that he looked again for the flying airplane and did not see it. He then proceeded with the takeoff roll. Approximately halfway down the runway, his airplane collided with the previously observed airplane.
Pre-Accident Actions
The agreement to use opposing directions for takeoff and landing was made due to noise complaints from a homeowner living near the south runway threshold. The pilot of the biplane involved in the collision was aware of the other airplane's presence on downwind. After momentarily losing sight, he continued with his takeoff, resulting in the mid-runway collision.
Collision Details
The collision occurred approximately halfway along the runway. The source does not specify the extent of damage or any injuries. No further information regarding the aircraft, pilot, or environmental conditions is provided.