Incident Overview
An aircraft experienced a loss of directional control while taking off from a runway covered with 4 to 6 inches of snow, ice, and slush. The airplane swerved sideways and subsequently collided with a snow bank, sustaining damage.
Runway Conditions
The runway surface was contaminated with a mixture of snow, ice, and slush. On the morning of the incident, snowfall had occurred, leaving a light dusting of fresh snow that covered the existing slush ice and water puddles. Additionally, the initial part of Runway 12 exhibited a severe dip.
Airport Information
The airport was situated on public domain and was not regularly attended or maintained. These conditions contributed to the accumulation of snow and ice on the runway surface.
Sequence of Events
During the takeoff roll, the pilot lost directional control of the aircraft. The airplane deviated sideways from its intended path and struck a snow bank, resulting in damage to the aircraft.