What happened
During a takeoff attempt from a hay field, the pilot encountered an area of particularly rough terrain. The pilot reported that the aircraft was bouncing and shaking due to the surface conditions, prompting an immediate effort to get the plane airborne.
After pulling back on the control stick, the aircraft became airborne. However, after passing over several hay bales and a fence, the pilot was unable to maintain flight. The right wing dropped and made contact with the ground, causing the aircraft to spin to the left before coming to rest on top of another fence. There were no fatalities or injuries reported in this incident.
Findings
- The pilot's attempt to climb away from rough terrain led to a loss of altitude.
- Contact between the right wing and the ground occurred during the climb phase.