What happened
The incident occurred during the initial phase of takeoff on a grass strip. According to the pilot's account, a sudden sneeze caused an involuntary reaction that led to the aircraft pitching up and rotating before reaching the appropriate speed or altitude for a normal liftoff. Recognizing the unsafe flight path, the pilot immediately initiated a decision to abort the takeoff.
During this emergency deceleration maneuver, the airplane failed to stop within the available distance of the mowed grass surface. The aircraft continued forward, overrunning the end of the strip and colliding with a utility pole situated at the departure end of the runway.
The investigation
Following the accident, a detailed post-accident examination was conducted on the airplane to determine if any mechanical failures contributed to the event. Inspectors reviewed both the engine and the airframe for signs of pre-existing anomalies or malfunctions.
The examination revealed no anomalies with the engine or airframe. This finding confirmed that the aircraft's systems were functioning normally at the time of the incident, isolating the cause to the pilot's actions during the critical takeoff phase.