Aircraft Nosed Over and Caught Fire After Takeoff From Private Dirt Runway

Accident Description and Fire Damage The pilot reported that the accident occurred during takeoff from a private dirt runway. According to the pilot's account, the main wheel landing gear struck a dirt berm while the airplane was taking off. Following the impact, the airplane nosed over. A postaccident fire then broke out and consumed the fuselage and the inboard portion of both wings. ## Mechanical Condition The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The source does not identify the aircraft type, registration, operator, date, location, or a probable cause.