Background
A pilot initiated a takeoff on a turf runway. The runway was reported by the pilot to be approximately 1,600 feet long, with a rough surface overrun of about 500 feet. At the end of the overrun, there were 50-foot-high trees.
Accident Sequence
During the takeoff roll, the pilot became airborne but then determined that the airplane would not clear the obstacles ahead. He subsequently aborted the takeoff. The airplane overran the runway and entered rough terrain. The nose landing gear was sheared off during the overrun, and the airplane nosed over.
Pilot's Report
The pilot reported that he should have picked up the second passenger at a nearby airport instead of at the departure location. He also provided the runway dimensions and obstacle description.
Performance Considerations
Performance data for the airplane indicated that approximately 1,975 feet of runway would be required to clear a 50-foot obstacle. The available turf runway was about 1,600 feet long, which was shorter than the calculated distance needed for obstacle clearance.