Accident Details
During a takeoff attempt from an agricultural airstrip, a pilot was unable to reach takeoff speed while the aircraft was loaded with chemicals. The ambient temperature at the time of the incident was approximately 90 degrees Fahrenheit. As the airplane continued beyond the end of the runway, the pilot attempted to lower the flaps to the takeoff position. The aircraft subsequently struck trees and came to rest near a nearby road.
Pilot Statement
The pilot reported that the flaps would not lower during the takeoff roll. According to the pilot, the attempt to lower the flaps occurred just before the aircraft entered the area beyond the runway's end.
Investigation Findings
A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) coordinator examined the flap system after the accident. The inspection determined that the flaps were functional and operating correctly. No anomalies were found in the flap mechanism.
Conclusion
The investigation did not identify a specific cause for the failure to attain takeoff speed or the flap issue reported by the pilot. The aircraft came to rest after striking trees, and no further details regarding injuries or damage were provided in the source.