Accident Summary
The airplane sustained substantial damage when it impacted a fence and a ditch after overrunning the runway during a takeoff attempt.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that he taxied the airplane onto the runway centerline and applied full power to the engine while holding the brakes. After releasing the brakes, the airplane began to roll. The pilot noted that the airplane would not lift off before one-half to three-quarters of the runway was used. He decided to execute an aborted takeoff, reducing engine power to idle and applying brakes. The airplane overran the end of the runway, where it impacted a barbwire fence and a ditch.
Aircraft Performance
The pilot reported that the airplane's loaded weight and center of gravity were within the performance limitations of the airplane at the time of the accident flight. The weight and balance were calculated using information provided by the pilot and found to be within performance limitations.