What happened
The pilot elected to utilize an alternative takeoff location because the primary airstrip was characterized by soft and wet ground conditions. This selected path brought the aircraft in close proximity to a small wooden structure identified as a duck shack. The pilot reported encountering a crosswind ranging from 10 to 12 knots during the departure phase.
As the airplane began its takeoff roll, the left wing made contact with the duck shack. This impact caused the aircraft to veer sharply to the left. Subsequently, the airplane crashed into a parked Cessna 170 bearing registration N3474C. The sequence of events suggests that the combination of the alternate takeoff path and wind conditions contributed to the loss of control during the initial climb.
The investigation
Examination of the accident site revealed that the aircraft had struck a stationary wooden structure before impacting another parked airplane. The pilot's statement confirmed the presence of a crosswind component at the time of the incident. No mechanical failures were reported prior to the collision with the duck shack.