Accident Narrative
The pilot reported that during taxi on a grass airstrip, the airplane encountered a thin layer of standing water. The water originated from a leaky irrigation ditch. For the takeoff, the pilot attempted a soft-field takeoff procedure. He applied full power and the airplane rolled for 200 to 300 feet on dry ground before reaching the water-covered area.
The pilot stated that the water was "laying at an angle" and this condition caught the left main gear, causing the airplane to turn left and enter a hydroplane. In response, the pilot aborted the takeoff by pulling the power back. As the airplane decelerated, it struck a fence with its wing. The impact caused the airplane to swing around, and it eventually came to rest nose down in a ditch.
No further details were provided regarding the specific aircraft, registration, or number of occupants. The source did not mention any injuries or damage assessment. Weather conditions were not described beyond the presence of standing water. The time of day and any involvement of air traffic control were not specified.
This narrative is based solely on the pilot's account as recorded in the official accident investigation source.
Outcome
The airplane came to rest nose down in a ditch after striking a fence. The pilot aborted the takeoff, but the collision with the fence caused the aircraft to pivot and end up in the ditch.
Probable Cause
Not stated in the source.