Takeoff and Initial Rotation
The pilot began the takeoff roll. During the roll, the nose wheel was raised and then lowered back to the runway. A few seconds later, the aircraft rotated again, climbed to about 2 feet, and settled back onto the runway.
Subsequent Climb and Maneuver
On the next attempt, the pilot initiated a climb. The climb performance was described as 'wallowing,' with a slow rate of climb and a steep pitch attitude. The aircraft climbed to approximately 300 feet above ground level while making a shallow left turn. During that time, the pitch attitude increased and then decreased.
Final Descent
Witnesses described a second shallow left turn. The pitch attitude increased to an estimated 30 degrees and then began to decrease. The aircraft banked left and pitched down, descending toward the ground in a 70-degree nose-low attitude.
Post-Event Examination
Examination of the aircraft revealed that the flap jackscrew was found extended, corresponding to an approximate full flaps setting. No evidence was found that the pilot had flown any aircraft within the last 4 months.