Incident Overview
According to the pilot's report, during a landing on a runway covered with ice and snow, braking performance was poor. The pilot was using pumping actions while applying the brakes. When the aircraft was approximately halfway down the runway, the left brake completely lost all pressure.
Evasive Maneuver
At about the same time, another aircraft taxied onto the runway. The pilot of the landing aircraft stated that he then steered his aircraft into snow approximately 1 foot deep in an attempt to achieve better deceleration. However, a dirt hump was present beneath the snow. The right main landing gear struck this obstruction and was damaged.
Damage Details
Reportedly, there was also minor damage to the wing tips and tail skid area.
Brake Examination
The pilot stated that during an examination of the left brake, the lower brake pad was missing, and there was evidence that hydraulic fluid had vented overboard.