Departure and Loss of Control
The pilot initiated the takeoff with a tailwind and rotated at a low airspeed. At liftoff, directional control was lost, causing the airplane to drift left. It subsequently struck two small trees located along the left side of the runway.
Collision and Post-Crash Fire
After colliding with the trees, the airplane rotated 180 degrees and came to rest upright, facing opposite the direction of travel. The occupants escaped with minor injuries. A post-crash fire then engulfed and consumed the airplane.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that there were no mechanical deficiencies with the airplane. He stated, "I took off the runway too slow and the torque just took over."