Departure and Conditions
The aircraft was initiating a cross-country flight from an airport situated at 6,000 feet above sea level. At the time of departure, the density altitude was calculated to be 9,000 feet. The aircraft was estimated to be at or near its maximum gross weight. The runway featured an upward slope, and the terrain beyond the departure end of the runway also sloped upward.
Sequence of Events
During the takeoff roll, the aircraft became airborne and climbed to an estimated height of 50 feet. Shortly thereafter, it began to settle. The pilot reported that the aircraft stalled at approximately 35 feet above the ground. The aircraft subsequently impacted the terrain off the end of the runway.
Investigation Findings
The investigation documented the high density altitude, the aircraft's weight near maximum gross weight, and the upward slope of the runway and surrounding terrain as contributing conditions present at the time of the accident. No other causal factors were identified in the source material.