Accident Overview
A pilot reported that during a takeoff from runway 35, the airplane rotated and began to fly but did not produce any further lift, subsequently impacting corn and terrain off the departure end of the runway. The pilot stated that before the takeoff, winds were 7 mph out of the northeast, and the aircraft ran up normally. He also checked the windsock in the run-up area, which indicated wind from the northeast. After the accident, the pilot noticed that the wind had shifted to the southeast.
Pilot Statement
According to the pilot, the winds at the time of the run-up were 7 mph from the northeast. The engine and systems performed normally during the run-up. After checking the windsock, he proceeded with takeoff. On takeoff roll, the airplane rotated and became airborne, but it did not continue to climb. The airplane then impacted corn and terrain beyond the departure end of runway 35. Following the accident, the pilot observed that the wind direction had changed to southeast.
Additional Details
The pilot did not specify any mechanical issues with the aircraft. The accident occurred on runway 35, and the airplane impacted corn and terrain. No other information about the aircraft, occupants, or injuries was provided in the source.