Incident Overview
The aircraft was on short final approach when it deviated from the centerline alignment. The pilot attempted to correct the drift, but the aircraft continued to move laterally and collided with a tree located near the edge of the runway. Following the impact, the pilot lost control of the aircraft, which subsequently struck the terrain.
Airstrip Details
The airstrip is a restricted dirt strip approximately 32 feet wide. According to the pilot, the tree was situated about 20 feet from the centerline of the airstrip.
Sequence of Events
On short final, the aircraft drifted off the centerline. The pilot's corrective inputs were insufficient to prevent the aircraft from continuing its drift. The aircraft then struck a tree adjacent to the runway. After the collision, the pilot lost control, and the aircraft impacted the ground.