Incident Sequence
The student pilot was conducting a soft field takeoff. According to the pilot's statement, the takeoff involved pulling the yoke full aft and applying full power while rolling down the runway. The aircraft became airborne at approximately 60 miles per hour. After pushing the nose forward, the left wing dropped. The aircraft then wandered to the side of the runway. The pilot reported losing ground effect, after which the left wing dropped again and the aircraft looped to the left. Attempts to correct the situation resulted in the pilot pulling the nose up excessively, leading to an aerodynamic stall. Subsequent to the stall, the left wing tip and propeller struck the ground. The aircraft cartwheeled and came to rest in a swampy area on the left side of the runway, where a post-crash fire occurred.
Post-Crash Examination
An examination of the wreckage did not reveal any evidence of a mechanical malfunction of the airframe or engine. The investigation found no preexisting defects that could have contributed to the accident.
Pilot Experience
The student pilot reported a total of 43 hours of flight experience, all of which were accumulated in the same make and model of aircraft involved in the accident.