Accident Overview
The pilot of an airplane reported that during a downhill takeoff from a remote unimproved airstrip, with a quartering headwind, the wind shifted as the airplane became airborne. According to the pilot, the airplane settled "with about 100 yds left on the runway" and he continued "trying to milk the flaps" to become airborne while continuing downhill. The airplane never attained flying speed again and settled into a creek bed.
Post-Impact Conditions
After the impact with terrain, the pilot reported that there were "several wind gusts of 15-20 mph coming downhill."
Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage.
Mechanical Status
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.