Incident Overview
A witness and the pilot involved in the incident provided separate accounts of a takeoff that initially appeared normal. According to their statements, the aircraft climbed to about 100 feet above ground level (AGL) before encountering a very turbulent boundary layer. At that moment, the airspeed indicator instantaneously dropped from 80 knots to 30 knots, and the stall horn began sounding continuously. Both individuals reported that they were unable to recover the airspeed, and the aircraft subsequently descended. The descent ended when the aircraft impacted a telephone pole and wire located at the north boundary of the airport.
Pre-Takeoff Conditions
The witness noted that no windsock was observed at the airstrip. To gauge wind conditions before takeoff, the pilots looked at the trees surrounding the airport. The witness estimated the winds were from 310 degrees at 10 knots, with gusts exceeding 20 knots.
Pilot and Witness Background
The passenger seated in the right front seat holds an airline transport pilot certificate and is employed as an airline pilot. The pilot flying the aircraft also provided an interview. Both individuals stated in separate interviews that the takeoff was normal until the aircraft reached approximately 100 feet AGL.
Sequence of Events
After reaching 100 feet AGL, the aircraft entered a turbulent boundary layer. The airspeed indicator rapidly fell from 80 to 30 knots, and the stall horn activated and remained on. Despite efforts to regain airspeed, neither pilot could prevent the descent. The aircraft continued downward until it struck a telephone pole and associated wire at the northern perimeter of the airport.
Aftermath
The source does not provide further details on the condition of the aircraft, occupants, or any injuries. No additional information about the location, date, or aircraft type is included in the original report.