Accident Details
A certificated commercial pilot was conducting a public use flight in a remote area to inspect a small airstrip used by hunters. The airstrip was oriented north-south and measured about 650 feet in length. During the landing, the pilot reported wind from the south at approximately 18 knots.
Sequence of Events
After completing the inspection, the pilot prepared to depart southward. Several trees, roughly 20 feet tall, were located at the southern end of the airstrip. The pilot began the takeoff roll; approximately halfway down the airstrip, he lowered the flaps. The airplane momentarily became airborne, but the pilot recognized that it would not clear the trees. He then raised the flaps and applied heavy braking as the airplane touched down again. The airplane nosed over at the end of the airstrip.
Damage
The accident resulted in damage to the propeller, tail assembly, and fuselage.