Event Overview
A pilot reported that the weight and balance calculations, preflight inspection, engine start, and engine run-up were completed satisfactorily before departure. The aircraft lifted off at about 80 knots, but shortly after, the stall warning horn sounded. The pilot responded by lowering the nose and retracting the landing gear, but the stall warning horn continued to sound and the airplane felt 'mushy.'
Landing Sequence
Stating that he was running out of runway, the pilot reduced the power to idle and landed. The airplane settled back onto the runway with the gear in the retracted position, and came to rest in the grassy area 600 feet off the departure end of the runway.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that there was no mechanical malfunction. The reported winds at the time of the accident were out of 260 degrees at 12 to 15 knots, with wind gusts up to 25 knots. The pilot also stated that the accident could have been prevented if there was wind shear detecting equipment at the airport to alert pilots of the wind conditions during takeoff and landing operations. The field elevation of the departure airport was 3,792 feet MSL.