Accident Details
A pilot attempted to take off from a turf runway that was wet from melting snow, with snowbanks present on both sides. To avoid mud, the pilot initiated the takeoff from the left side of the runway. Acceleration was slower than normal due to the wet grass. As the pilot tried to rotate, a loud bang was heard. Unable to get the aircraft airborne, the flight was aborted.
Sequence of Events
According to the pilot, the left main landing gear struck a snowbank on the left side of the runway just after the abort decision, causing the aircraft to swerve to the left. Directional control was subsequently lost. During the swerve, the right wing tip contacted the ground, and the nose gear collapsed.
Aircraft Damage
The aircraft sustained damage including a collapsed nose gear and ground contact of the right wing tip. No further details on damage were provided.
Relevant Conditions
The runway surface was turf with melting snow and snowbanks on both sides. Pilot actions were based on the wet conditions and presence of snowbanks.