Accident Details
According to the pilot, the flight originated at North Las Vegas, Nevada. The pilot reported that he landed at an unprepared strip when his engine did not sound right, but the engine checked out on the ground. While the aircraft was on the unprepared strip, the right tire blew out after striking a rock. Subsequently, the right main gear collapsed, resulting in damage to the right wing, fuselage, and propeller.
The pilot stated that he was only taxiing for takeoff when the accident occurred. The unprepared strip was located near Quartermaster Point, which is a scenic attraction. No further details about the aircraft, occupants, or injuries were provided in the source.
The accident sequence involved a tire failure and gear collapse during taxi operations on an unprepared surface.
