Accident Overview
A pilot reported that he was taking off for a local flight in the traffic pattern. During the takeoff roll, the nose of the airplane rose up and blocked the runway centerline markings. The airplane drifted to the left edge of the runway, and the pilot attempted to continue the takeoff. The airplane subsequently exited the left side of the runway surface and impacted terrain, coming to rest in a level attitude.
Aircraft Damage
Examination of the airplane by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector revealed structural damage to the nose landing gear assembly, left and right main landing gear assemblies, fuselage, and wing.
Pilot Information
The pilot reported that he was the sole occupant and was not injured. The flight was intended as a local traffic pattern operation.
Investigation
The Federal Aviation Administration conducted an inspection of the aircraft. No additional factors or causes were identified in the available report.