19990629047469A

(.4) Prior to taking off from an open field, the pilot accidentally deployed his flaps further than they should have been for takeoff. With the flaps in the incorrect position, the aircraft's takeoff roll was extended and its rate of climb was decreased. Just after the aircraft became airborne, it became evident to the pilot that it may not clear a power line along his takeoff track. He therefore flew underneath the wire, but failed to clear apple trees that were just beyond the wires. According to the pilot, there was no indication of an engine or flight control malfunction. (-23) the airman attempted a takeoff from his own cleared alfalfa field. The airman felt that he had the flaps improperly deployed. This takeoff was down hill to the south. The pilot realized that the aircraft was not going to fly out of ground effect, and elected to fly under power lines at the edge of the field. After flying under the lines he encountered an apple orchard which slowed his aircraft and it subsequently crashed into the small apple trees. The aircraft ended up on its nose with the engine running and its tail in the top of an apple tree. He then shut down the engine, climbed out and walked back to his home.