Accident Sequence
A witness reported hearing an aircraft take off, followed by the engine cutting in and out three or four times before stopping completely. The witness lost sight of the aircraft and shortly thereafter discovered it on the ground, nose-down, off the end of the runway.
Investigation Findings
Mechanical examination of the engine revealed no problems. The pilot's widow stated that the pilot had undergone bypass surgery in 1989 and suffered a stroke in 1993. However, a pathological examination indicated no evidence that a related event had occurred around the time of the accident. The density altitude at the time was approximately 6,500 feet.
Additional Information
The aircraft was found with its nose down, but the extent of damage was not detailed in the source. No information was provided regarding the aircraft type, registration, number of occupants, or injuries. The time of day and weather conditions were also not specified.